Zoya Akhtar
About Zoya Akhtar
Zoya Akhtar is a prominent Director in the hindi film industry (bollywood), known for their remarkable contributions to hindi cinema. Having debuted in 2015 with the film "Dil Dhadakne Do", Zoya Akhtar has steadily built a distinguished career in bollywood entertainment.
Over the course of their career, Zoya Akhtar has been associated with 7 hindi films. Zoya Akhtar has worked across genres including Comedy, Drama, History, demonstrating remarkable versatility.
Zoya Akhtar is widely recognized for their on-screen chemistry with fellow bollywood artists. Their most frequent collaboration has been with Reema Kagti, having appeared together in 9 films. These collaborations have become highlights of bollywood and are celebrated by fans across Odisha.
Zoya Akhtar's most recent work includes the hindi film "Superboys of Malegaon" (2025), which received a "Hit" verdict. Their performances continue to resonate deeply with bollywood audiences, making them a household name across Odisha.
As one of bollywood's celebrated Directors, Zoya Akhtar's dedication to the craft has earned them critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase that extends beyond the borders of Odisha.
Filmography(7)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Superboys of Malegaon Comedy | 27 Feb 2025 | Producer | Hit |
 Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Drama | 26 Dec 2023 | Writer | Released |
 The Archies Comedy | 7 Dec 2023 | Producer | Released |
 Ghost Stories Horror | 1 Jan 2020 | Director | Released |
 Gully Boy Drama | 14 Feb 2019 | Director | Hit |
 Lust Stories Drama | 15 Jun 2018 | Director | Released |
 Dil Dhadakne Do Drama | 4 Jun 2015 | Director | Hit |
Career Timeline
7 films · Debut 2015
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Trailers(7)
Zoya Akhtar – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Zoya Akhtar is one of bollywood's celebrated directors, having contributed to 7 hindi films in the hindi film industry (popularly known as bollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Zoya Akhtar has collaborated with some of bollywood's finest artists, including Reema Kagti, Farhan Akhtar, Dibakar Banerjee. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with bollywood audiences.
Zoya Akhtar has worked across multiple genres in hindi cinema, including Drama, Comedy, Romance, Music, History, Horror. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of bollywood productions.
Zoya Akhtar made their hindi film debut in 2015 with the film Dil Dhadakne Do. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of bollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global bollywood diaspora.
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FAQs about Zoya Akhtar
How many hindi films has Zoya Akhtar acted in?▼
Zoya Akhtar has been part of 7 hindi films in bollywood, spanning genres such as Comedy, Drama, History.
What is Zoya Akhtar's most popular hindi film?▼
Zoya Akhtar's notable hindi films include "Superboys of Malegaon", "Kho Gaye Hum Kahan", "The Archies". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Zoya Akhtar's role in hindi cinema?▼
Zoya Akhtar works as a Director in the hindi film industry (bollywood). They have made significant contributions to hindi cinema and remain a beloved figure among bollywood audiences.
When did Zoya Akhtar debut in bollywood?▼
Zoya Akhtar made their bollywood debut in 2015 with the film "Dil Dhadakne Do".
What genres has Zoya Akhtar worked in?▼
Zoya Akhtar has worked in Drama (6 films), Comedy (4 films), Romance (3 films), Music (2 films), History (1 film), Horror (1 film) in their hindi film career.