Farah Khan: News

Born on January 9, 1965, Indian director and choreographer Farah Khan Kunder is amongst the leading choreographers of Bollywood, who has several awards and accolades under her belt. Born to stuntman-turned-filmmaker Kamran Khan, she entered Bollywood at a young age. She is the sister of film director and actor Sajid Khan and has been married to filmmaker Shirish Kunder. The couple has triplets through in vitro fertilization. She began her choreography career with the movie ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ in 1992, after Saroj Khan backed out from the movie. As of 2021, Khan has choreographed more than 80 dance routines. She made her directorial debut in 2004 with the movie ‘Main Hoon Na’ which starred Shah Rukh Khan and was a blockbuster hit. Following the success of her first movie, she directed ‘Om Shanti Om’ (2007), which was also critically lauded and commercially successful. As of 2021, she has directed at least four movies. She has also worked on international projects such as ‘Marigold: An Adventure in India’ (2007) ‘Monsoon Wedding’ and ‘Bombay Dreams.’ She is the recipient of six Filmfare Awards and the National Film Award. As of 2021, she has appeared in over six reality TV shows as a judge including the hit singing reality show ‘Indian Idol.’

25 Nov 2024

Aamir Khan

Aamir's old confession about spitting on co-actors shocks netizens

A video of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has stirred controversy among netizens. In the clip, from the 18th Mumbai Film Festival, Khan confesses to a weird habit of spitting on his co-actors' hands.

08 Nov 2024

Bollywood

Farah-Salman reunite for 'Sikandar' song featuring 100 dancers!

Renowned choreographer Farah Khan and Bollywood superstar Salman Khan have reportedly reunited to shoot a high-energy song for the latter's upcoming movie Sikandar.

10 Oct 2024

Deepika Padukone

Amid 'Singham Again' backlash, Deepika recalls 'Om Shanti Om' trolling

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone recently opened up about the flak she received for her debut film, Om Shanti Om (2007).

29 Jul 2024

Bollywood

Samir Soni calls out KJo, Farah over star fees controversy

Actor Samir Soni recently expressed his views on the escalating star fees in Bollywood, challenging the concerns raised by filmmakers Karan Johar and Farah Khan.

27 Jul 2024

Farhan Akhtar

Husband's alcoholism, financial crunch: Farah Khan's mother Menka's difficult life

Menka Irani, mother of acclaimed filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan and director Sajid Khan, passed away in Mumbai on Friday.

26 Jul 2024

Sajid Khan

Farah Khan's mother, Menaka Irani (79) dies after prolonged illness

Menaka Irani, mother of famed choreographer-director Farah Khan and director Sajid Khan, died in Mumbai on Friday at 79.

22 Jul 2024

Deepika Padukone

Did you know? SRK's manager once handled Deepika Padukone! 

Pooja Dadlani, known for managing Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan for over a decade, also managed actor Deepika Padukone during the early stages of her career.

22 Jul 2024

Shah Rukh Khan

'Om Shanti Om': When Farah had 'enough' of SRK-Shreyas's improvisations

The timeless camaraderie of Shah Rukh Khan and Shreyas Talpade in Farah Khan's Om Shanti Om remains unforgettable.

16 Jul 2024

David Dhawan

When Katrina Kaif fondly remembered her first success with Salman

Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif recently reflected on her first successful film, Maine Pyar Kyun Kiya, which she credits as a turning point in her career.

28 Jun 2024

Mithun Chakraborty

Mithun Chakraborty caused 'stampede' on 'OSO' sets, reveals Farah Khan

The iconic Hindi film set of Om Shanti Om was thrown into a frenzy with the unexpected arrival of actor Mithun Chakraborty.

12 Jun 2024

Marilyn Monroe

Spot boy 'fainted' during Pooja Bedi's 'Pehla Nasha' skirt scene  

Farah Khan, a celebrated choreographer in Bollywood, recently reminisced about her experience choreographing a song for the 1992 hit Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar.

22 May 2024

Anil Kapoor

Anil Kapoor, Farah Khan to 'hijack' Kapil Sharma's Netflix show

Netflix's The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show is set for a unique twist this Saturday, as actor Anil Kapoor and filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan are scheduled to appear.

19 Jan 2024

Bollywood

Nayanthara apologizes for 'Annapoorani' controversy: 5 similar cases

India is a country heavily influenced by cinema and religion. From burning effigies to protests to calling for boycotts, film industries across the country have faced flak for allegedly hurting religious statements.

10 Jan 2024

Neetu Kapoor

Neetu Kapoor would recruit Bollywood celebrities for jobs; includes Deepika

Koffee with Karan Season 8 will mark the return of the iconic actors Neetu Kapoor and Zeenat Aman.

09 Jan 2024

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Farah Khan: Revisiting her unfiltered tidbits on celebrities

In Bollywood, one name stands out as the master of all trades and that is Farah Khan Kunder.

29 Nov 2023

OTT releases

Karan Johar reveals exciting 'Koi Mil Gaya' song titbit

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai is considered a cult Bollywood film and it established Karan Johar as a director. The romantic comedy has been a fan favorite despite its flaws.

09 Nov 2023

Shah Rukh Khan

'Om Shanti Om's anniversary: How Vishal-Sheykhar's music elevated modern-day classic

Farah Khan's Om Shanti Om is embellished with the markings of a true-blue Bollywood blockbuster.

01 Nov 2023

Upcoming Movies

'Khichdi 2' trailer out: Parekh family returns for thrilling adventure

The long-awaited trailer for Khichdi 2 - Mission Paanthukistan has finally been released, reuniting the beloved Parekh family and their comical escapades.

11 Aug 2023

Bollywood

Supriya Pathak's 'Khichdi 2' is finally releasing; teaser out

Khichdi has attained a cult status over the years now. From a stage play to a film to a web series to now a film sequel, it has been a hit in all formats. The upcoming Khichdi 2 is slated to release in theaters on Diwali and fans are super excited.

25 Jun 2023

Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan-Farah Khan set to reunite after 9 years

The timeless duo of Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan is well on its way to entertaining audiences!

22 Jun 2023

X

#Trending: Which Indian directors should make glorious comebacks? Twitter discusses 

The role of an accomplished director in the art of making films can hardly be overstated.

06 Apr 2023

Bollywood

Storm crashes stage, Farhan Akhtar's Indore concert now on Friday

Actor-singer-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar was slated to perform in Indore, Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday (April 5). Akhtar arrived in the city on Wednesday morning to perform live at Sushila Devi Bansal College of Technology and Management.

07 Feb 2023

Bigg Boss

'Bigg Boss 16': Top 5 contestants announced; details inside

Bigg Boss is one of the most-watched reality shows in India. The show is currently airing its 16th season and after Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia's eviction, the top five finalists are here.

29 Jan 2023

Rakhi Sawant

Rakhi Sawant's mother dies battling cancer, last rites in Mumbai

Actor Rakhi Sawant's mother, Jaya Bheda, passed away on Saturday night. She was 73.

09 Jan 2023

Bollywood Films

Happy birthday, Farah Khan: Revisiting her iconic 'Om Shanti Om'

Choreographer-filmmaker Farah Khan Kunder is celebrating her 58th birthday on Monday!

12 Aug 2022

Varun Dhawan

Happy birthday Sara Ali Khan, the queen of viral jokes

Actor Sara Ali Khan turned 27 on Friday.

28 Dec 2021

Rajkummar Rao

5 actors who can be considered for Rajesh Khanna's biopic

A biopic on yesteryear's megastar Rajesh Khanna is in the works.

06 Nov 2021

Akshay Kumar

'Tip Tip' review: As a standalone track/video, this one clicks

So the makers of Sooryavanshi have finally dropped the recreated version of Tip Tip Barsa Pani, the iconic number from Mohra (1994).

01 Sep 2021

Entertainment

Amid COVID-19 diagnosis, Farah Khan's 'Pinch' S02 episode is out

Choreographer-director Farah Khan announced earlier today she has contracted the novel coronavirus.

09 Aug 2021

Sonu Sood

'Saath Kya Nibhaoge' review: This music-video isn't worth your time

A new music video, starring Sonu Sood and Nidhhi Agerwal, got released today.

14 Jun 2021

Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput breathed life into his songs: A compilation

It's a gift for every musician/singer to have an actor express their compositions with the same emotion, as they are meant to be.

28 Mar 2021

Bollywood

Farah Khan credits Sushant Singh Rajput for 'Dil Bechara' award

The 66th Filmfare Awards were announced Saturday evening, honoring the best Bollywood films of 2020.

16 Mar 2021

Bollywood

Farah Khan Ali and DJ Aqeel end 22-year-long marriage

Sussanne Khan's sister Farah Khan Ali and her husband DJ Aqeel have announced their separation after 22 years of marriage.

25 Nov 2020

Sridevi

Saroj Khan's granddaughter is still unaware of her death

Legendary Bollywood choreographer, Saroj Khan, who was fondly known as the Mother of Dance, passed away earlier this year but her unforgettable charm lives on.

02 Nov 2020

HBO

Clive Barker returns to 'Hellraiser' franchise as horrifying HBO series

Horror lovers can't ever get enough of Hellraiser.

24 Apr 2020

X

Rangoli Chandel row: Police complaint against Kangana for supporting sister

The controversy surrounding Rangoli Chandel is only getting bigger by the day.

13 Apr 2020

Bollywood

Farah Khan explains her anti-workout rant against Bollywood stars

In spite of a global pandemic, many a Bollywood stars have been only concerned about staying in shape and posting their lovey-dovey workout pictures and clips from their lavish home gyms on social media.

27 Jan 2020

Punjab

Court directs police to not take "coercive steps" against Bharti

After actress Raveena Tandon and filmmaker Farah Khan, comedian and TV actress Bharti Singh had filed a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, thereby seeking quashing of an FIR against her.

29 Dec 2019

Punjab

Protests against Raveena Tandon, Farah Khan, Bharti Singh in Punjab

On Friday, peaceful protests were carried out in several parts of Punjab against actor Raveena Tandon, director/choreographer Farah Khan, and comedian Bharti Singh, for allegedly hurting the religious sentiments of the Christian community on a television program.

27 Dec 2019

Bollywood

After FIR over hurting religious sentiments, Raveena Tandon clarifies stance

After a police complaint was filed against her over allegations of hurting religious sentiments of the Christian community, actor Raveena Tandon clarified her stance on the matter and offered an apology.

16 Dec 2019

Salman Khan

'Bigg Boss 13': Salman Khan will continue as show host

In what would come as good news for Bhai fans, Salman Khan has confirmed that he will continue hosting the ongoing 13th season of popular Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss.

03 Dec 2019

Bollywood

Farah Khan to replace Salman as 'Bigg Boss 13' host?

Superstar Salman Khan has become synonymous with the popular Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss.

07 Aug 2019

Shah Rukh Khan

SRK to play octopus-like creature in Shankar's next sci-fi thriller?

After playing a dwarf in his last release Zero, Shah Rukh Khan may now be seen playing an underwater superhero in Shankar's next directorial.

16 Jul 2019

Bollywood

Has Bollywood forgotten #MeToo allegations against Vikas Bahl already?

We all remember Vikas Bahl: The man who directed Queen, a film on women empowerment, and the man who was also named in #MeToo.

03 Jun 2019

Shah Rukh Khan

Will Shah Rukh Khan star in 'Satte Pe Satta' remake?

Bollywood's 'Baadshah' Shah Rukh Khan never fails to amaze us. From his classic wide-hand romantic pose to the way he speaks, he just wins hearts.

25 Apr 2019

Netflix

New Netflix film 'Mrs. Serial Killer' to star Jacqueline Fernandez

As streaming services continue to thrive, several film and television actors continue to enter the budding digital scene.

15 Nov 2018

Afghanistan

In blistering 4-hour-long attack, Taliban kills 30 Afghan cops

Afghan officials said the Taliban has killed 30 policemen in a blistering overnight attack in Afghanistan's Farah province.

13 Nov 2018

Deepika Padukone

Why is Rohit Shetty not attending Ranveer-Deepika's wedding?

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are all set to get married in Italy tomorrow. Notably, the festivities have already begun and the preparations for D-Day are going on in full swing.

24 Oct 2018

Deepika Padukone

Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone to get married twice in Italy?

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone's wedding has been one of the most anticipated events of the year.

12 Oct 2018

Sexual Harassment

Farah on Sajid's sexual misconduct: 'Stand in solidarity with women'

The sexual harassment revelations against director Sajid Khan has come as a big blow for the industry.

03 Oct 2018

Shah Rukh Khan

SRK was a rock-star till I sang for him: Abhijeet

Playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, who is known for his scathing attacks on B-towns bigwigs, is back in the headlines for his fight with Shah Rukh Khan.

29 Sep 2018

Bollywood

#BollywoodExposed: Tanushree alleges Nana is still harassing her

The candor and courage which Tanushree Dutta has displayed this week is commendable, but despite that nothing seems to have changed for the actress, once allegedly harassed.

01 Sep 2018

Jhansi

Refuting Kangana's 'claims', Sonu Sood says he's fine with woman-directors

Sonu Sood is no longer a part of Kangana Ranaut-starrer 'Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi' and the actor said he decided to leave the project because of scheduling conflicts and not due to the gender of the director.

25 Jul 2018

Salman Khan

It's confirmed! Salman Khan will be hosting Bigg Boss 12

Salman fans can rejoice as the actor will return sometime mid-September to host the new season of 'Bigg Boss', reports confirmed.

18 Jun 2018

Salman Khan

Jiya Thakur declared 'Dance India Dance Lil Masters 4' winner

Jiya Thakur has been declared the winner of 'Dance India Dance Lil Masters 4'.

07 Apr 2018

Salman Khan

Bollywood celebrities have proven to be Salman Khan's best lawyers

For Salman Khan fans, his release from Jodhpur Central Jail after being convicted in 1998 blackbuck poaching case is equivalent to the release of his movie.

23 Mar 2018

Bollywood

Daisy Irani, child-star of the 1950s, was raped at 6

Famous child star of the yesteryears, Daisy Irani, has revealed more than 60 years later that she was raped during a shoot when she was six.

13 Mar 2018

Sridevi

Farah Khan feels there's no comparison between Janhvi and Sridevi

Farah Khan is among the first ones to have worked with both late Sridevi and her daughter Janhvi Kapoor.

24 Feb 2018

Sexual Assault

Farah Khan says Papon incident made her feel 'uncomfortable'

Filmmaker Farah Khan on Saturday defended singer Papon, who landed in trouble with a complaint of sexual assault being filed against him for kissing a minor contestant of a reality TV show. But, she said the video of the incident did make her feel "uncomfortable".

18 Dec 2017

Bollywood

Kapil Sharma's show is not releasing anytime soon

Just when you thought Kapil Sharma is going to be back with his new show, the makers have revealed that that the show will take longer than usual.

07 Dec 2017

Bollywood

Kapil Sharma responds to Farah Khan's 'mannerless' tweet

Equations in Bollywood change in a jiffy; often times you cannot even figure what caused a stir between two people.

09 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

10-years of Om Shanti Om: Tracing its contribution to cinema

Om Shanti Om, the glossy Farah Khan film that tried to recreate Bollywood's most iconic period, completes 10 years today.