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Aamir Khan Asks Javed Akhtar: How to Stay Relevant?
1 May
Summary
- Javed Akhtar discussed his longevity in the industry.
- Aamir Khan inquired about staying relevant across generations.
- The event was hosted by Boman Irani's scriptwriting initiative.

Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar engaged in a notable exchange with actor Aamir Khan at an event recently. The gathering, hosted by Boman Irani's scriptwriting initiative, Spiral Bound, saw the participation of several industry figures.
During the event, Aamir Khan directed a question to Javed Akhtar, who is in his eighties, inquiring about the secret to his sustained relevance in the industry over five decades. Khan acknowledged his admiration for Akhtar's work, often watching his videos and discussing them afterward.
Akhtar, responding with his characteristic wit, first playfully corrected Khan's estimation of his age, drawing laughter. He then addressed the core of Khan's question, sharing his perspective on navigating career longevity and adapting to different generations of collaborators.
In other news, Aamir Khan was last seen in 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and has confirmed that a sequel to '3 Idiots' is in development.