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Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar: 41 Years of 'Jadu' and Tender Glances

Shabana Azmi just marked 41 years of marriage to writer Javed Akhtar with a sweet social media tribute. She shared a photo where they're looking lovingly at each other, calling it a true blessing. Their love story began when they met at her legendary father Kaifi Azmi's house, even though Javed was married to Honey Irani at the time. Today, they share a beautiful blended family and enjoy fun gatherings with their famous friends.

Key Points: Shabana Azmi Celebrates 41 Years of Marriage to Javed Akhtar

  • Shabana Azmi posted a loving photo with Javed Akhtar for their 41st anniversary
  • The couple first met at her father, poet Kaifi Azmi's home
  • She maintains a warm relationship with stepchildren Farhan and Zoya Akhtar
  • Their Diwali celebration included a star-studded gathering with close friends
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Shabana Azmi celebrates 41 years of marriage with 'Jadu' Javed Akhtar

Shabana Azmi shares a heartfelt anniversary post for husband Javed Akhtar, celebrating 41 years of marriage with a look of pure tenderness.

"To be able to look at each other with such tenderness after 41 years of marriage says it all. - Shabana Azmi"

Mumbai, Dec 9

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrated 41 years of marital bliss with acclaimed writer Javed Akhtar with a special social media post.

She took to her official Instagram handle and posted a photo lovingly looking into her husband's eyes as she talked to him, while he listened to her with a smile on his face.

Shabana called looking at each other like this, even after 4 decades of marriage, a blessing in a post that read, "To be able to look at each other with such tenderness after 41 years of marriage says it all ..Happy Anniversary Jadu (sic)."

For the unaware, Shabana and Javed Akhtar first met at Shabana's father, the legendary poet Kaifi Azmi’s home. At the time, Javed Akhtar was married to his first wife, Honey Irani, and even had two children with her—Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.

Although Shabana’s family was against the alliance, the couple tied the knot in 1984.

After so many years of being together, Shabana is also believed to share a cordial relationship with her stepkids, Farhan and Zoya.

As Shabana celebrated her 75th birthday on September 18th, Farhan took to his social media handle and wished her on her special day.

He dropped a sweet picture of the two on his IG, along with a birthday wish that read, “Happy belated birthday, Shabana... Have the best year yet... filled with deep, meaningful conversation and frivolous antaksharis, work travel and girl trips, ambition and abandon... but please, please in this landmark year... say NO to cucumber sandwiches...!! Love you, @azmishabana18. (sic)”

Shabana also keeps on posting glimpses of some precious moments with Javed Akhtar on social media.

This Diwali, Shabana and Javed Akhtar were seen enjoying a fun get-together with the former's girl gang, comprising Konkona Sen Sharma, Vidya Balan, Dia Mirza, Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Shahana Goswami, Divya Dutt, and Tannishtha Chatterjee.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Respect for how they've built their family. It's not easy to navigate a second marriage and step-parent relationships, especially in the public eye. The fact that Farhan and Zoya are so close to her speaks volumes about Shabana ji's character.
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Aman W
Two legends of Indian cinema. Their individual contributions are massive, but seeing them together like this is something else. True partnership goals. Also, that Diwali party squad is literally the coolest gang in Bollywood!
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Sarah B
While I admire their long marriage, we shouldn't gloss over the fact that Javed Akhtar was married to Honey Irani when they met. It's a complicated start, and I feel for the first family. That said, they've clearly made it work with grace over time.
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Kavya N
Farhan's birthday wish to her is so specific and funny! "Say NO to cucumber sandwiches" 😂 It shows such a warm, personal bond. More than step-mom and son, they seem like great friends. Heartwarming to see.
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Vikram M
Kaifi Azmi's daughter and Javed Akhtar... what a powerhouse union of poetry and cinema. Their home must be filled with the most incredible conversations. Wishing them a very happy anniversary. May their *jadu* never fade.

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