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Filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar showcased his quirky side with a touch of romance by wishing his wife and actor Shibani Dandekar on her birthday.

Taking to Instagram, Farhan shared a stunning picture of Shibani.

The photo captures flaunting her smile while looking away from the camera.

She wore a white top with a jacket and a large hat, which Farhan made fun of in his caption.

Along with the post, he penned a quirky message, "Happy birthday Shu... I don't think anyone has looked this beautiful balancing a sada dosa on their head. @shibaniakhtar love you more than you know."

 

 

 

 

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As soon as the post was shared, fans and industry members chimed in the comment section.

Priyanka Chopra wrote, "Haha happy birthday Shibani."

 Zoya Akhtar commented, "Hahahahaha. Happy Birthday."

Shibani's sister Anusha Dandekar wrote, "Happy Birthday chicken."

Reacting on Farhan's caption, Anusha commented, " And the Masala is in her brain. Happy Birthdaaaaaay Chicken."

Farhan and Shibani, who dated for almost three years, tied the knot at Farhan's family farmhouse in Khandala in the presence of close friends and family members on February 19, 2022. Farhan was previously married to celebrity hairstylist Adhuna Bhabani. The two got married in 2000 and parted ways in 2017. They are parents to two daughters Shakya and Akira.

Meanwhile, in the coming months, Farhan returning to director's chair after a long time with 'Don 3', which will be headlined by Ranveer Singh and Kiara Advani.

In August 2023, Farhan had in a special announcement video revealed that Ranveer Singh will be the new Don in the third film of the hit franchise. In the teaser, Ranveer was seen seated in a building with his back to the camera. He lit up a cigarette, introduced himself as Don, and then turned to face the camera. He wore a leather jacket and matching pants for the dapper look and accessorized it with leather boots and matching sunglasses. Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan played the character in the earlier versions.

The 'Don' franchise has always been associated with compelling stories, exhilarating action, and unforgettable moments.'Don' starred Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and Boman Irani in prominent roles. The film was released in 2006 and won Best Asian Film at the Neuchatel International Fantastic Film Festival. Later, its sequel was released in 2011 and was declared a hit.

Actor Hrithik Roshan was seen in a special appearance role in 'Don 2'.

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Farhan's directorial was a remake of 1978's 'Don', featuring Amitabh Bachchan in the lead role.