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Zoya Akhtar (born 14 October 1972) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Hindi cinema. Born to Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani, she completed a diploma in filmmaking from NYU and assisted directors Mira Nair, Tony Gerber and Dev Benegal, before becoming an independent writer and director.
- 1996–present
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Zoya Akhtar is an Indian filmmaker who has directed and produced acclaimed films such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Gully Boy, and The Archies. She is the daughter of lyricist Javed Akhtar and sister of Farhan Akhtar, and has won six Filmfare awards and an Emmy nomination.
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Zoya Akhtar is an Indian film director, producer and writer, known for her acclaimed films such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Dhadakne Do and Gully Boy. She is the daughter of lyricist Javed Akhtar and sister of Farhan Akhtar, and has won six Filmfare awards and an Emmy nomination.
- October 14, 1972
Jan 31, 2024 · Mumbai, UPDATED: Jan 31, 2024 18:12 IST. In Short. It has been 15 long years since acclaimed director Zoya Akhtar made her debut in films. She last directed 'The Archies,' which launched Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda and Khushi Kapoor in Bollywood. Here's hoping the filmmaker serves us with more filmy delicacies in years to come.
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Dec 8, 2023 · The Indian director talks about her diverse films, from "Luck by Chance" to "The Archies," and how she balances creativity and challenge. She also reveals her writing process with Reema Kagti and her family background in the arts.
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Dec 2, 2023 · Writer-director Zoya Akhtar on setting the story of upcoming Netflix release The Archies in India, the process of casting, and what's next on her wish list. Written by Alaka Sahani. Mumbai | Updated: December 5, 2023 17:24 IST.
Dec 9, 2023 · India Today Entertainment Desk. Mumbai, UPDATED: Dec 9, 2023 10:50 IST. In Short. Zoya Akhtar's latest film 'The Archies' released on Netflix on December 7. In an interview, Akhtar shared her experiences as a woman director and her identification with the character of Archie.
