Farhan Akhtar

Personal context

Summary

Farhan Akhtar is an Indian filmmaker, producer, actor, writer, and musician whose work includes Dil Chahta Hai, Lakshya, Rock On!!, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, and Gully Boy. His film and television work spans coming-of-age stories, music, sport, and social issues. He founded Men Against Rape and Discrimination (MARD), has repeatedly advocated for women’s safety and gender equality, and served as UN Women’s Goodwill Ambassador for South Asia, supporting HeForShe. He also publicly urged people to protest India’s Citizenship Amendment Act and attended a Mumbai demonstration; no party affiliation or campaign role is on record.