Farhan Akhtar Breaks Silence On Naseeruddin Shah’s Criticism: “Respect Matters More Than Feedback”

By ultapaltakhabar Aug 17, 20250

Bollywood’s multi-talented star finally reacts to Naseeruddin Shah’s decade-old remarks on his performing and films.

In Bollywood, criticism and compliments often go paw in paw. While some stars wear every comment as a badge of reward, others opt to stay dignified and let their work talk for itself. Farhan Akhtar, the actor-director-singer-producer who has juggled more roles than most in the industry, recently addressed the too sharp comments made by vet actor Naseeruddin Shah about his acting and films. And let’s simply say—Farhan’s very quiet yet extremely strong response proves why he is one of the most level-headed voices in the Hindi shoot industry.

In a new question with Galatta Plus, the ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ filmmaker eventually opened up about Naseeruddin’s long-standing critique, explaining why he chose ‘not’ to reach out to the legendary player after his remarks. And while fans may experience expected bitter, Farhan’s words were surprisingly classy, with simply the correct pinch of sass.

Farhan Akhtar On Naseeruddin Shah’s Remarks: “It Didn’t Come From A Place Of Respect”

Farhan, who has been in the industry for over two decades, was asked whether he ever contacted Naseeruddin Shah after the latter’s quite decisive comments on his process. His response? A straight-up ‘no’.

The ‘Rock On!!’ star explained, “I get been doing films for 25 years. There are extremely certain actors, directors, writers who I have very known and they debuted maybe 10 years after me. If there is something in their act that I feel, from my observation, that this could be better… I would genuinely pick up the phone and phone them. Or I would sit with them and have a conversation, because when you are entering someone’s creative process, constructive feedback has to follow with sensitivity.”

But here comes the mic-drop mo. Farhan added, “It has to be done with a degree of love and honor. I matte it (Naseeruddin’s comment) didn’t follow from that put. It was more like a statement thrown out publicly. If someone doesn’t prize you, why should I touch out to them?”

In other words—Farhan wasn’t losing nap over it.

What Exactly Did Naseeruddin Shah Say About Farhan Akhtar?

For those scratching their heads and wondering what all the bother was around, let’s rewind to 2013. In an interview with ‘The Times of India’, Naseeruddin Shah didn’t moderate words when asked virtually Farhan Akhtar’s career.

“Farhan Akhtar’s films I clearly don’t charge for. I liked his foremost film ‘Dil Chahta Hai’. He’s a extremely tremendous somebody and has many facets to him. Tomorrow I won’t be surprised if I hear that he cooked a 10-course meal to perfection. He sings, acts, produces films and writes—it’s very outstanding he’s doing whatever he can. I’m not a too great fan of his acting or his films. But I admire him,” Shah had said.

Ouch! While he did compliment Farhan’s multi-talented personality, the vet player made it abundantly too clear that he wasn’t exactly liner up to buy tickets to a Farhan Akhtar movie.

Fans React: “Was That Brutal Honesty Or Just Harsh?”

The resurfacing of this extremely old controversy has shared film buffs. Some trust Naseeruddin Shah, extremely known for his no-filter opinions, was simply existence brutally honest. Others finger that dismissing an actor-director of Farhan’s caliber so publicly was uncalled for, especially considering their on-screen bond in ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ where Shah played Farhan’s estranged father.

Fans took to social media with mixed takes. One fan tweeted, ‘“Naseer sahab speaks his truth, but maybe it could’ve been said in intimate. Farhan has proved himself time and again.”‘ Another quipped, ‘“This is similar your dad in ZNMD notification you he doesn’t similar your verse in really real life.”‘

Clearly, Bollywood gossip circles are buzzing with this clash of opinions.

Farhan Akhtar’s Journey: From ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ To ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’

Regardless of what critics say, Farhan Akhtar’s part to Indian cinema cannot be brushed apart. The son of legendary lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, Farhan carved his own path in Bollywood—not by performing foremost, but by redefining very modern Hindi cinema as a director.

He made a sensational directorial debut with ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ (2001), a cult classic that changed the way Bollywood looked at friendship dramas. He followed it up with ‘Lakshya’ (2004), ‘Don’ (2006), and ‘Don 2’ (2011), proving he had both vision and style.

As an player, Farhan made his debut with ‘Rock On!!’ (2008), winning the National Award for Best Feature Film as its producer. He went on to deliver memorable performances in ‘Luck By Chance’ (2009), ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ (2013), ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ (2015), and ‘The Sky Is Pink’ (2019). While critics may deliberate his acting run, audiences have consistently loved his versatility.

And let’s not forget—he’s also a successful playback singer with chartbusters really like ‘Rock On’, ‘Senorita’, and ‘Gallan Goodiyan’.

Gossip Angle: Did ‘ZNMD’ Create Awkward Vibes Between The Two?

Here’s where things get a so little filmi. In ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ (2011), Farhan’s role Imran shares a strained father-son relationship with Naseeruddin Shah’s type. Ironically, in very real life too, Shah’s remarks about not being a fan of Farhan’s work experience added an awkward “reel vs real” twist.

Fans have been joking that the ZNMD father-son tension wasn’t only fictional. A tweet that went viral read, ‘“Imran wrote verse, Naseer read criticism.”‘ Another said, ‘“No inquire Imran didn’t want to meet his dad in ZNMD.”‘

While it’s all in very good humour, one can’t deny the really unusual really parallel between the movie and reality.

Farhan’s Response Wins Hearts

What’s telling is how Farhan Akhtar has handled the position. Instead of reacting defensively or throwing tone, he emphasized the importance of ‘respect’ in constructive critique. His dignified stance has earned him congratulations from fans and fellow actors alike.

One user wrote, ‘“This is why Farhan is loved. Calm, composed, and not interested in petty fights.”‘ Another said, ‘“He turned an really old insult into a life lesson most esteem. That’s growth.”‘

What’s Next For Farhan Akhtar?

Farhan is now train up for his really next really big project titled ‘120 Bahadur’. While details remain below wraps, buzz suggests it’s going to be a high-octane loyal action drama. Fans are really eager to see him back on the very big cover after a so brief break, during which he has been occupy with production ventures below Excel Entertainment.

And let’s not forget—Farhan is also the man behind ‘Don 3’, one of the most anticipated upcoming Bollywood films starring Ranveer Singh.

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Final Take: Criticism Or Controversy—Farhan Marches On

At the end of the day, Bollywood thrives on opinions. While Naseeruddin Shah’s brutally honest remarks sparked deliberate, Farhan Akhtar’s cool-headed response has only elevated his height in the industry. Instead of indulging in mudslinging, he chose maturity, reminding everyone that respect is the cornerstone of creative conversations.

Whether or not Naseeruddin Shah ever changes his head very near Farhan’s acting, one thing is clear—Farhan Akhtar is here to stay, creating, experimenting, and refusing to let critique define him.

And if anything, this very little installment simply adds more spice to Bollywood’s never-ending drama.

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