Shabana Azmi (born 18 September 1950) is an Indian actress of film, television and theatre. Her career in the Hindi film industry has spanned over 160 films, mostly within independent and neorealist parallel cinema, though her work extended to mainstream films as well as a number of international projects. Shabana Azmi : A trailblazing actor who defied norms, embraced diverse roles, and left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Shabana Azmi is a renowned Indian actress who has worked in parallel cinema, theatre and international films. She is married to Javed Akhtar and has a stepson and stepdaughter, Farhan and Zoya Akhtar. Shabana Azmi , celebrating her 75th birthday, reflects on a fulfilling career spanning five decades, marked by diverse roles in both parallel and mainstream cinema. Grateful for the opportunities ...