Star-Studded Support for Safia/Safdar Premiere

Shabana Azmi recently organized a special screening for her brother Baba Azmi's directorial venture, Safia/Safdar. The film, scheduled for release on January 16, 2026, features Naseeruddin Shah and tells the story of a young girl's resilience in supporting her family after her father's paralysis.

The intimate event was attended by several prominent figures from the film industry, including Tabu, Dia Mirza, and Farhan Akhtar, underscoring a collective show of solidarity. Shabana Azmi highlighted that Aditi Subedi, one of the film's stars, hails from Mijwan, a village where Azmi actively supports the empowerment of girls through her NGO.

In related discussions, Azmi articulated her passion for acting across various film genres, from mainstream to art-house cinema, citing her positive experience in 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'. She also reflected on how her early career choices influenced perceptions of women-led films, paving the way for greater respect and opportunities for female actors in the industry.