Today, October 14, 2024, is a day filled with celebration as we honor the talented filmmaker Zoya Akhtar on her birthday. The film industry came together to shower Zoya with heartfelt wishes, showcasing the deep bonds and admiration they share for her work. Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif, who are collaborating with Zoya on the upcoming film Jee Le Zaraa, sent their love and warm wishes, underscoring the special connection they have with her creative vision.
In a touching gesture, Priyanka Chopra took to her Instagram Stories to share a beautiful photograph of Zoya Akhtar, accompanied by a heartfelt message, “Happy birthday Zoya. Sending you lots of love.” Zoya, in return, reposted the story with gratitude, expressing, “Thank You PC Baby (red heart emojis).” Katrina Kaif also joined in the celebration, sending her warmest wishes to the birthday girl, saying, “Happiest birthday to my dearest @zoieakhtar…. There’s no one like you…”
Vedang Raina, known for his role in Zoya Akhtar’s directorial The Archies, shared an endearing picture with Zoya, symbolizing the strong bond they share. In a heartfelt message, he expressed, “Happiest birthday Zo!! Can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for me. Always number one. I love you @zoieakhtar.” Zoya reciprocated the love by telling him, “Love you right back,” showcasing the mutual respect and admiration between them.
The film industry continued to pour in their love and well wishes for Zoya Akhtar, with Siddhant Chaturvedi, who collaborated with her on the movie Gully Boy, extending his warm birthday greetings, saying, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZO!” Farah Khan shared a nostalgic throwback picture with Zoya, reminiscing about their cherished bond as cousins.
Dia Mirza penned a heartfelt note, expressing her admiration for Zoya’s storytelling prowess and the impact she has had on her life, saying, “Happy Birthday Tiger Baby Zoya Keep telling stories, keep raising the bar and keep shining. What a privilege it is to know your beautiful heart. Love you! @zoieakhtar.”
As the industry celebrates Zoya Akhtar’s birthday, anticipation builds for her upcoming project, Jee Le Zaraa, a road trip movie that brings together powerhouse talents Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, and Alia Bhatt. The film, presented by Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, is a testament to Zoya’s creative genius, with a stellar team comprising Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Reema Kagti at the helm.
Though the film’s production schedule has faced delays due to aligning everyone’s dates, the team remains committed to bringing this vision to life. In a recent interview with Pinkvilla in June 2024, Farhan Akhtar affirmed his dedication to directing Jee Le Zaraa, promising an exciting journey ahead for both the cast and the audience.
On this special day, we celebrate not just the filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, but the connections, stories, and memories she has woven into the fabric of the industry, leaving an indelible mark on all those who have had the privilege to work with her. Here’s to Zoya Akhtar, a visionary storyteller and a beacon of inspiration for generations to come.
