Lyricist Javed Akhtar and his daughter-in-law Shibani Dandekar were captured in a heartwarming moment at Wimbledon. Shabana Azmi shared pictures from their family outing at the 2026 tennis tournament, captioning it as “The #Akhtars at #Wimbledon finals.”
In one photo, Javed Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar posed together, showcasing their close bond as she affectionately placed her hand on his arm. Another candid shot featured Farhan Akhtar taking a selfie with Shibani, both dressed in white outfits.
Shibani also posted images with Javed Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar, expressing joy at being part of their father-son tradition at Wimbledon 2026. She described the experience as unforgettable, capturing moments from the tournament and cherishing memories with @jaduakhtar and @faroutakhtar.
Farhan Akhtar, Shabana Azmi’s stepson, shares a special relationship with her despite the family’s complex dynamics. Javed Akhtar, a renowned lyricist and poet, married Shabana Azmi in 1984 after his separation from Farhan’s mother, Honey Irani. The family, including Farhan and his sister Zoya Akhtar, maintains a close and affectionate bond.
Bollywood stars like Ananya Panday and Priyanka Chopra also graced Wimbledon 2026 with their stylish presence. Ananya Panday attended the Men’s Singles semi-finals, while Priyanka Chopra made a striking appearance in the Royal Box at Centre Court during the tournament’s eleventh day.
