Published 20:50 IST, November 14th 2019
Farhan Akhtar: A list of the best movies directed by him
Farhan Akhtar is an Indian film director, screenwriter, actor, playback singer, producer, and television host. Here is a list of his best-directed films.
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Farhan Akhtar is an Indian film director, screenwriter, actor, playback singer, producer, and television host. Farhan donned different roles, an actor, producer, writer and lyricist, in the movie Rock On. He is also known for his memorable performances in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Karthik calling Karthik. Farhan is currently gearing up for Toofan which will release in 2020. The movie is a Hindi-language sports film directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. He is also a talented director and has successfully helmed several films. Here are some of the popular movies directed by Farhan Akhtar:
Don
Don is the remake of the 1978 film with the same name. The original movie starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead role. Don (2006) stars Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Arjun Rampal in lead roles. The movie did well at the box office and its hype lead to the creation of the sequel of the film, which is also directed by Farhan Akhtar.
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Lakshya
Lakshya is the story of a lazy, aimless young man Karan Shergill (portrayed by Hrithik Roshan), whose life turns around when he decides to join the military. The film explores the themes of bravery and redemption. This is also one of the most memorable performances of Hrithik Roshan.
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Dil Chahta Hai
Dil Chahta hai is a movie where Farhan Akhtar contributed as the director, producer, writer, screenplay, and dialogue writer. The film stars Saif Ali Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Amir Khan in lead roles. It tells the story of three inseparable friends.
Don 2
Directed by Farhan Akhtar, Don 2 is the sequel to Don. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in lead roles. The movie was a big hit at the box office. The story picks up five years after the protagonist's breakout from prison. Don is the crime boss of Asian underworld. He takes on the European kingpins in the movie.
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10:27 IST, November 14th 2019