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Shabana Azmi
Shabana Azmi is married to Javed Akhtar; they married in 1984. Past relationships on record include Benjamin Gilani and Shekhar Kapur.
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Shabana Azmi is an actress known for parallel cinema such as Ankur and Arth, with five National Film Awards for Best Actress.
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Who has Shabana Azmi dated?
- 1984 — present
- Public dates not established
Benjamin Gilani
past relationship · ConfirmedShabana Azmi was engaged to actor Benjamin Gilani in the late 1970s; the engagement was called off.
- Public dates not established
Shekhar Kapur
past relationship · ConfirmedShabana Azmi was in a relationship with filmmaker Shekhar Kapur for about seven years before she married Javed Akhtar.
What is Shabana Azmi's zodiac sign?
| Name | Zodiac sign | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| Shabana AzmiThis page | Virgo | Indian |
| Javed AkhtarCurrent husband | Capricorn | Indian |
| Benjamin GilaniFormer boyfriend | — | — |
| Shekhar KapurFormer boyfriend | Sagittarius | Indian |
Zodiac signs are Western sun signs worked out from public birth dates; nationality is from Wikidata. A dash means the information is not public. Rumoured links are not included.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Shabana Azmi's husband?
Shabana Azmi is married to Javed Akhtar. They married in 1984.
Who has Shabana Azmi dated?
Shabana Azmi's sourced relationship history: Javed Akhtar (married, 1984–present); Benjamin Gilani (past relationship); Shekhar Kapur (past relationship).
How many times has Shabana Azmi been married?
Shabana Azmi has one recorded marriage: Javed Akhtar (1984–present).
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