10-04-2026 12:00:00 AM
Farhan Akhtar said his love for cinema began in childhood and was shaped by growing up around films and storytelling
Actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar recently spoke about his early love for cinema and how it shaped his career in films. In an interview, Farhan said his interest in movies started during his childhood and was not because of one particular moment. Growing up in a film family, he was always surrounded by cinema and storytelling.
He recalled that he would often rewatch his favourite films on a VHS player before leaving for school. Watching films regularly made him more curious about how movies were made.
Farhan said that he was fascinated by the filmmaking process and wanted to understand how everything comes together on screen. This curiosity slowly turned into a desire to work in the film industry. He also shared that discussions about films at home played an important role in building his interest. Being in that environment helped him decide that he wanted to be part of the industry.
Over the years, Farhan has worked as an actor, director, writer, singer and producer. He has been part of several successful projects and continues to explore different roles in entertainment.
Farhan’s journey shows how a childhood passion can turn into a career with dedication, interest and continuous learning in the film industry.