Biography
Zoya Akhtar is an Indian director, producer and screenwriter who works in Hindi films and series. Born to Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani, she completed a diploma in filmmaking from NYU and assisted directors Mira Nair, Tony Gerber and Dev Benegal, before becoming a writer and director. She is the recipient of several accolades, including four Filmfare Awards. Akhtar and frequent collaborator Reema Kagti founded the production company Tiger Baby Films in 2015.
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Awards & recognition
- Filmfare Award — Best Director · 2012
Filmography23 titles
Angry Young Men
The Roshans
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
Superboys of Malegaon
Dahaad
Gully Boy
Made in Heaven
Dil Dhadakne Do
Dil Chahta Hai
Eternally Confused and Eager for Love
Talaash: The Answer Lies Within
Lakshya
Luck by Chance
Kho Gaye Hum Kahan
Bombay Talkies
The Daily Show
Lust Stories
Koffee with Karan
Migration
Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love
The Archies
Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.
Ghost Stories