Bollywood writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar took to X and said that a “harmless” post on India’s Olympics team has been done from his social media account after it was hacked. The vocal writer has also added that he is complaining to the authorities on the matter.

“My X ID is hacked . There is a message ostensibly from my account about our Indian team for Olympics . It is totally harmless but not sent by me . We are in the process of complaining to the concern authorities in X,” Javed Akhtar wrote on X.

My X ID is hacked . There is a message ostensibly from my account about our Indian team for Olympics . It is totally harmless but not sent by me . We are in the process of complaining to the concern authorities in X .

— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) July 28, 2024

However, the alleged post on the Indian Olympics team has been removed from his handle and the content is not available now.

Javed Akhtar is a celebrated Indian poet, lyricist, and screenwriter known for his profound impact on Bollywood and Indian literature. Born on January 17, 1945, in Gwalior, India, Akhtar comes from a family with a rich literary legacy. Javed Akhtar is the son of the renowned Urdu poet Jan Nisar Akhtar. His career in Bollywood took off in the 1970s when he partnered with screenwriter Salim Khan to form the iconic screenwriting duo Salim-Javed. Together, they crafted timeless blockbusters such as Sholay, Deewaar, Zanjeer, and Don, which are now considered classics of Indian cinema.

Akhtar’s lyrical genius is evident in his contributions to numerous hit songs across various films. His poetry, characterised by its depth, sensitivity, and social relevance, has earned him numerous awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards and India’s prestigious civilian honors, Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan. His works often explore themes of love, human emotions, and societal issues, resonating deeply with audiences.

Beyond his contributions to film and music, Javed Akhtar is a prominent voice in contemporary Indian literature and activism. His advocacy for secularism, gender equality, and freedom of expression has often put him against the radical and extremist voices in the country. Javed Akhtar is married to Bollywood actress Shabana Azmi, and father of Bollywood filmmakers Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.