![Global premiere of Angry Young Men on Prime Video](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/377e92a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1080x720+100+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F06%2Fbc%2Fdc96326b47f8a57fb3518b9bdd2e%2Fangryyoungman-blogpost-1280x720.jpg)

# 'Deewaar' to 'Don' and 'Zanjeer' to 'Sholay': Celebrate the legacy of Salim-Javed in Prime Video’s 'Angry Young Men'

*Premiering August 20, this 3-part docuseries delves into the legendary partnership of Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar in the 1970s,with appearances from Bollywood stars and creators.*

Prime Video has announced *Angry Young Men*, an engrossing docuseries that traces the journey of the iconic writer duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. This riveting three-part series provides a glimpse into the legendary partnership of Salim-Javed, who revolutionised Hindi cinema in the 1970s. With candid narration by the duo themselves and anecdotes from industry stalwarts, *Angry Young Men* chronicles how their hard-hitting scripts and the iconic 'Angry Young Man' persona they created captured the voice of a generation and left an enduring cultural impact through blockbusters like *Sholay*, *Deewaar*, *Don* and many more. Watch the trailer here:

## What is the docuseries *Angry Young Men* about?

*Angry Young Men* is the story of Salim-Javed, the legendary screenwriting duo behind some of the biggest Bollywood blockbusters in 1970s like *Sholay, Zanjeer, Deewaar, Yaadon Ki Baaraat,* and *Don* among others. Together, they created the archetype of the ‘Angry Young Man’— a brooding anti-hero who captured the imagination of an entire nation with his rage, defiance, and quest for social justice. Their parting of ways made headlines for many years, and Indian cinema never saw a cultural collaboration as powerful again. This docuseries is a personal and candid account of their lives, their writing, and their legacy.

![Kartik Aaryan in Chandu Champion](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/814f296/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1833x1222+170+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fb6%2F34%2F11e0566745f6b64cdf9b1c92c6bd%2Fsarphira.jpg)

- [Kartik Aaryan-starrer ‘Chandu Champion’ is now available on Prime Video](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/chandu-champion-prime-video)

“*Angry Young Men* is a truly special docuseries for us at Prime Video. Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar are trailblazers and were the most sought-after writing duo of their time, with a profound impact on films and mass cinema that has continued to inspire generations of filmmakers. The series goes beyond just storytelling; it delves into the heart and soul of Hindi cinema, showcasing Salim-Javed’s incredible journey,” says Manish Menghani, Director – Content Licensing, Prime Video, India. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Salman Khan Films, Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby on this riveting docuseries that showcases how Salim-Javed not just transformed cinema but also left a lasting impact on society.”

## Who is starring in *Angry Young Men*?

The docuseries is narrated by the duo themselves and will also feature some of the most distinguished figures from Indian cinema. It is produced by Salman Khan Films, Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby, *Angry Young Men* is executive produced by Salma Khan, Salman Khan, Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, and marks the directorial debut of Namrata Rao.

“Growing up, seeing my father and Javed *Sahab* work together on films was nothing short of magical. Their love for cinema redefined heroism for an entire generation, leaving behind a legacy of cult classics. Personally, I would love to see them working together in the future, I hope the fans and viewers can also agree,” excerpts from Salman Khan. “Whether it's time, destiny, or professional choices that bring them together, their partnership always brings out the best. *Angry Young Men* is a tribute to their creative brilliance and the profound impact they've had on Indian cinema. This series is close to both families. I hope this marks a new chapter for our dads, the angry young men, who are now older.”

![How to use the Amazon Lens feature](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/9a2f069/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1080x720+100+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fc4%2F27%2F2d9655e14917b8c748d8bbf42088%2Famazon-lens-lead.jpg)

- [How you can use images to shop faster on Amazon.in with Amazon Lens](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/retail/how-to-use-amazon-lens-for-faster-shopping)

“*Angry Young Men* is about the two men that created a character that pretty much defined Hindi cinema in the 70s. The story of Salim-Javed’s dynamic journey starting out from small towns to exploding onto the silver screen and how they put their hardships, their heartbreaks and their swag into their cinema,” says Zoya Akhtar.

"I remember everyone referring to my father and Salim uncle as Salim-Javed, a singular name; their names were never mentioned separately. Their journey was marked by grit, passion, and a fierce zeal to transform Hindi cinema, especially in its attitude towards the writer. They succeeded and in doing so, left an impression that still lives on generations after,” says Farhan Akhtar. “*Angry Young Men* is a testament to the genius and the legacy of these two undeniable forces of nature. We’re proud to bring such a landmark docuseries to a global audience through Prime Video and continue our commitment to offering the very best in storytelling.”

![Launching the new Amazon Prime Video streaming experience](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/ddf00bb/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1866x1244+0+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fbf%2F76%2Ff343261b407b82cbf97adc639689%2Fpvapptransformed.png)

- [Prime Video rolls out an improved streaming experience in India—here's what’s new](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/prime-video-new-features)

## How to watch *Angry Young Men* on Prime Video?

*Angry Young Men* is set to premiere on August 20 exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide. It is the latest addition to Prime membership. Prime members in India enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just ₹1499/ year.

## What’s more on Prime Video?

Prime Video hosts thousands of acclaimed TV shows and movies across languages and geographies, including Indian films such as [*Yodha*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/sidharth-malhotra-yodha-on-prime-video), [*Aavesham*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/fahadh-faasil-aavesham-prime-video),[*Star*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/kavin-star-tamil-movie-prime-video)*,* [*Chandu Champion*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/chandu-champion-prime-video)*,* [*Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/teri-baaton-mein-aisa-uljha-jiya-prime-video), [*The Great Indian Family*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/the-great-indian-family-prime-video)*,* [*Sharmajee Ki Beti,*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/sharmajee-ki-beti-prime-video)*and* [*Garudan*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/garudan-tamil-movie-soori-prime-video)along with Indian-produced Original series like [*Poacher*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/poacher-director-richie-mehta-interview), [*Indian Police Force*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/watch-indian-police-force-trailer-on-prime-video), [*Dil Dosti Dilemma*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/prime-video-dil-dosti-dilemma-official-trailer), [*Big Girls Don’t Cry*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/big-girls-dont-cry-prime-video)*,* [*Panchayat*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/panchayat-season-3-interview-with-neena-gupta)*,* and[*Mirzapur*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/prime-video-mirzapur-season-3-trailer). Also included are popular global Originals such as [*The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-season-2-trailer), [*Gen V*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/the-boys-spinoff-gen-v-on-amazon-prime-video)*,* [*Fallout*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/fallout-series-behind-the-scenes)*,* [*The Wheel of Time*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/news/entertainment/wheel-of-time-season-2-cast-characters)*,* [*The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*](https://www.aboutamazon.in/the-fifth-and-final-season-of-the-marvelous-mrs-maisel-premieres-april-14)*,* and many more. Prime Video content streams in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi and Bengali, besides English.