What is Farhan Akhtar's Net Worth?
Farhan Akhtar is an award-winning Indian actor, filmmaker, writer, singer, and songwriter with a net worth of $20 million. Known for his work in Hindi cinema, Akhtar made his directorial debut with the acclaimed film "Dil Chahta Hai" in 1999. He continued to make noteworthy movies like "Lakshya," "Don," and "Positive," while also acting in films such as "The Fakir of Venice" and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag."
Early Life
Born on January 9, 1974, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Farhan Akhtar is the son of renowned screenwriters Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani. He grew up with his older sister, Zoya Akhtar. Following his parents' divorce, his father married actress Shabana Azmi in 1984. Raised in a non-religious household, Farhan describes himself as an atheist.
Akhtar attended Maneckji Cooper School in Mumbai and later pursued a law degree at HR College. During this time, he gained early experience in the film industry, apprenticing in film distribution and direction.
Career
Farhan Akhtar's career took off with his directorial debut "Dil Chahta Hai" in 2001, produced by Excel Entertainment, a company he co-founded in 1999. The film, shot in Sydney, Goa, and Mumbai, became a hallmark of modern Indian cinema, winning multiple awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi and the Filmfare Award for Best Film. It was also featured at various international film festivals.
In 2004, Akhtar directed the war drama "Lakshya," starring Hrithik Roshan. Though it didn't perform well commercially, he rebounded with the 2006 remake of "Don," featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra, which became a box office hit.
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Akhtar produced "Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd." in 2007 and directed the short film "Positive" on HIV-AIDS. His 2011 directorial "Don 2" marked his return after five years and became a major success, particularly in overseas markets. He continued producing and writing successful projects, including "Talaash: The Answer Lies Within," "Fukrey," and its sequel "Fukrey Returns."
As an actor and singer, Akhtar's debut came in 2008 with "Rock On!," earning accolades and a National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Subsequent projects like "Luck By Chance" and "Karthik Calling Karthik" won critical acclaim. His role in "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" and the portrayal of athlete Milkha Singh in "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" earned him widespread recognition and a Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
His recent work includes lead roles in "Wazir," "Lucknow Central," "Daddy," "The Sky is Pink," and "Toofan," for which he underwent boxing training.
Personal Life
Farhan Akhtar married Adhuna Bhabani in 2000, with whom he has two daughters. The couple divorced in 2017 after 16 years. Farhan began dating VJ Shibani Dandekar in 2018, and they married in a non-religious ceremony in February 2022 at his farmhouse in Khandala.
