The Economic Times News

He arrived in Mumbai in third class train, slept in parks, earned just Rs 50 per month. Today, he has penned many blockbusters

Javed Akhtar's journey from a struggling teenager to a celebrated screenwriter is a testament to perseverance. Facing hardship and initial setbacks, he and Salim Khan revolutionized Hindi cinema, transforming the role of writers and creating iconic films that redefined storytelling and elevated their profession.