Javed Akhtar Recalls Early Struggles in Docu-Series

In the new Prime Video docu-series 'Angry Young Men,' writer Javed Akhtar tearfully recounts his early struggles in Mumbai, including periods of starvation and homelessness, as he pursued a career in the film industry. He describes sleeping in parks and railway stations and walking long distances due to a lack of bus fare. Akhtar's wife, Shabana Azmi, shared a poignant memory of him deciding to persevere despite going three days without food. The series also features his writing partner, Salim Khan, and explores their journey from poverty to becoming iconic figures in Bollywood. Meanwhile, actor Sunny Kaushal, reflecting on his career, expressed his desire for a 'Zanjeer moment'—a breakthrough similar to what his brother Vicky Kaushal experienced with 'Uri: The Surgical Strike'. Sunny shared humorous anecdotes about auditioning for Bhojpuri films during his early days in the industry, highlighting the camaraderie among aspiring actors.