Javed Akhtar

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Javed Akhtar's shelf of honors reflects his dual mastery of screenwriting and lyricism. His five National Film Awards place him among the most decorated writers in Indian cinema. The Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan are civilian honors that recognize his broader cultural impact. He has also been honored with the Yash Chopra Memorial Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

AwardsJaved Akhtar has won five National Film Awards for his work as a lyricist and screenwriter. He also received the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Bhushan in 2007 for his contributions to the arts. In addition, he has won several Filmfare Awards for Best Lyricist, including for songs from Guru and Rock On.

Honours & Distinctions

Padma Shri

Government of India·1999

Fourth highest civilian award in India.

Padma Bhushan

Government of India·2007

Third highest civilian award in India.

Yash Chopra Memorial Award

International Indian Film Academy·2014

Honor for outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.

Records & Feats

One half of the most successful screenwriting duo in Bollywood history

Career Milestone·1970

Salim-Javed wrote over 20 films together, many of them blockbusters.