Famous poet, lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his outspoken statements. He is also seen sharing his views on various topics including society and industry. Recently, the renowned screenwriter has praised Alia Bhatt and described her as the 'finest actress' of the generation. Let us know what else Javed Akhtar has said.

Recently, praising Alia's recent acting in an interview with Indian Express, Javed said, "Along with Gangubai, Alia is probably one of the finest actresses today." He said in his own style, "Really, I think she's wonderful, but I'm being diplomatic so other actresses don't get upset."

Alia Bhatt will be seen in the film 'Jee Le Zara' produced by Javed Akhtar’s daughter Zoya Akhtar. Apart from Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif will also be seen in this film.

This is not the first time Javed Akhtar praised Alia Bhatt, earlier when Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani released at that time also Javed Akhtar was impressed by Alia Bhatt’s acting. At that time while praising Alia he said, “ Alia is a tremendous actress and she suits every role very well. She is one of the best young actresses I know.”

Let us tell you that Zoya Akhtar and Javed Akhtar father daughter duo have worked together in many films, which include Luck by Chance (2009), After that Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015). Zoya recently co-produced the docu-series 'Angry Young Men' based on the life and works of her father and his screenwriting partner Salim Khan.

The Salim-Khan pair wrote 24 films in just 11 years during the 1970s, 20 of which were blockbusters. Salim's sons Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan were also part of the documentary.