Javed Akhtar buys property in Juhu for Rs 7.76 crores: Report

Veteran screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar has further expanded his property holdings in Mumbai’s affluent Juhu neighbourhood. According to documents accessed by SquareYards.com, Akhtar recently acquired a ready-to-move-in apartment for Rs 7.76 crore.

Details of Javed Akhtar’s New Property
The newly purchased apartment offers approximately 1199.42 square feet of living space. The transaction, finalised on July 2, included a stamp duty of Rs 46.02 lakh and a registration fee of Rs 30,000. The specific location of the property is the Sagar Samrat Building, a well-known complex in Juhu known for its high-end residences and celebrity residents.
A Peek Into Javed Akhtar’s Properties
This purchase marks Akhtar’s second property acquisition in Juhu within the past two years. In 2021, he reportedly purchased an adjoining apartment within the same cooperative housing society for Rs 7 crores. Interestingly, Akhtar currently resides in a separate apartment on a different floor within this same society.
Javed Akhtar Put His Dream House Plans on Hold
In a previous interview with Mojo Story, Akhtar discussed his Juhu properties and his ongoing project to build his dream house in the area. However, due to the lengthy construction process, he revealed that he currently resides in a smaller two-room apartment with his wife, actress Shabana Azmi. Akhtar jokingly mentioned that while disagreements over home decor could potentially cause marital strain, they have a knack for resolving such issues.

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