The Akhtar household turned into a hub of joy and laughter as three birthdays were celebrated together. Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, his cousin and choreographer-filmmaker Farah Khan, and his sister-in-law Anusha Dandekar shared their special day on January 9. The triple celebration brought family and friends together for a cozy, cake-filled evening.
Zoya Akhtar, Farhan’s sister and renowned filmmaker, gave fans a glimpse of the celebration. She shared a heartwarming picture on Instagram, capturing all three birthday stars seated together with big smiles. Farhan, in a black t-shirt, sat in the middle with his eyes closed, enjoying the moment. On one side, Farah Khan, dressed in a navy blue kurti, looked equally delighted. Anusha Dandekar, twinning in black with Farhan, sat on his other side, holding his arm and grinning.
The table in front of them was packed with three colorful cakes, each topped with candles. The caption on Zoya’s post read, “Bring It In ❤️,” paired with hashtags like #BirthdayBabies, #Capricornia, and #ThreesCompany. Zoya also referenced Farhan’s iconic movie Dil Chahta Hai by adding a cheeky line, “Hum cake khane ke liye kahin bhi ja sakte hain.” Fans loved the nod to Farhan’s 2001 classic, where Zoya had been an assistant director and Farah worked as the choreographer.
Farhan was quick to comment, calling it the “best birthday bringing in” and thanking his sister. Other celebrities like Huma Qureshi, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Shweta Bachchan joined the celebration virtually, showering love in the comments with heart emojis.
Farah Khan reposted the photo on her Instagram Stories and sent birthday wishes to “all the Capri 9’s.” She thanked Zoya, Farhan’s wife Shibani Dandekar, and their aunt Honey Irani for organizing such a warm and loving evening.
Farah added more fun to the event by sharing a hilarious reel. The video showed Farhan unwrapping his birthday gift—a DVD of the 1981 historical drama Kranti. Farah jokingly called it his favorite movie. Farhan laughed out loud at the gift and even sang the movie’s title track, making everyone laugh.
The birthday bash wasn’t just about cakes and nostalgia. It reflected the strong bond of the Akhtar family. Farah, who turned 60 this year, made the moment extra special with her humor and charm. Meanwhile, Anusha’s presence added a youthful vibe to the celebration, being the sister of Shibani Dandekar, Farhan’s wife.
Fans poured in their love for the trio, appreciating their family dynamics and down-to-earth nature. Zoya’s post and Farah’s reel became a hot topic on social media, with fans sharing their favorite memories of Farhan’s movies and Farah’s choreography.
The Akhtar family once again showed how to celebrate life with love, laughter, and togetherness. From nostalgic gifts to heartfelt wishes, the triple birthday was truly a moment to cherish.
