Love Endures: Shabana Azmi Celebrates 41 Years of Marriage with Javed Akhtar
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Veteran actor Shabana Azmi and acclaimed writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar marked a remarkable milestone on Tuesday, December 9, as they celebrated 41 years of marriage. Shabana expressed her heartfelt wish on Instagram, sharing a tender photo with Akhtar and writing, 'To be able to look at each other with such tenderness after 41 years of marriage says it all... Happiest Anniversary, Jadu!' The post garnered a flood of love and congratulations from fans and well-wishers, including several Bollywood celebrities such as Abhay Deol, Soni Razdan, Vidya Balan, and Anil Kapoor. Javed and Shabana's enduring relationship is a testament to their mutual respect and affection. Javed was previously married to screenwriter Honey Irani, with whom he had two children before separating. Shabana and Javed tied the knot in 1984, and their decades-long partnership has been celebrated for its warmth and harmony. Shabana, known for her active presence on social media, often shares glimpses of her personal life, including family gatherings and celebrations with friends. This year, Shabana was honored with the Radiant Lifetime Achievement Award at the 8th Radiant Wellness Conclave 2025, recognizing her remarkable 50-year cinematic journey. Born to legendary poet-lyricist Kaifi Azmi and theatre actress Shaukat Azmi, Shabana has collaborated with India's most respected filmmakers, including Shyam Benegal and Satyajit Ray. Her recent appearance as a drug cartel lord in the Netflix series Dabba Cartel showcases her versatility as an actress.
