- By Sidhi Agarwall
- Sat, 14 Jun 2025 10:03 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Honey Irani and Javed Akhtar, once considered one of Bollywood's most talented couples, got married in 1972 after falling in love while working on the movie ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’. Their relationship was built on shared dreams, mutual respect, and creativity, and they had two children together. However, their marriage didn't last due to personal differences, and they eventually separated in the 80s. Honey Irani recently shared some insights into their relationship.
Honey Irani, according to a report in Filmfare, said, "Yes, it is true that during Seeta and Geeta, I fell in love with Javed Sir. Once, he asked me to pick a card during a game, and he won. He joked, 'You are so lucky for me, I think I should marry you.'" The couple dated for seven to eight months before getting married. Reflecting on their separation, Honey said, "I did feel angry and all during my separation with Javed Akhtar, but I've never been dramatic. I did feel this was not working, and I have always said it was never because of Shabana. I don't know what to call it." She added, "Maybe he was looking for something totally different from me, which I had."
Honey Irani and Javed Akhtar's movie Seeta Aur Geeta (Image: X)
Despite their separation, Honey and Javed Akhtar continue to respect one another. Honey praised Javed's relationship with their children, and reportedly said, "I know he will never say anything or do anything that will harm my children; that is one thing I am confident about." She also appreciated the love and respect they still share. "There is a lot of love and respect to date between us,” she further added.
After their separation, Honey Irani emerged as a successful screenwriter with movies like Lamhe, Kya Kehna, and Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai. Javed Akhtar, meanwhile, married Shabana Azmi, a noted actress and activist, in 1984, and shared intellectual interests and a deep engagement with social and political issues. Honey Irani and Javed Akhtar also have two children together, Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.
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The story of Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani's marriage and separation is a complex one, marked by both love and challenges. As Honey further said, "I may not have the same relationship with Javed now, but I wish him well, and I know our children are loved and cared for."