Monday (December 14, 2020) marks the 96th birthday of the late legendary actor Raj Kapoor. He is recognized as the greatest showman in the Indian film industry and respected for his iconic characters and socialist-themed films.
The Kapoor family many bollywood stars remembered him on this occasion with a few rare images and sincere memories.
Raj Kapoor’s grandchild and actor Kareena Kapoor shared a rare picture with Raj Kapoor, his wife Krishna and her father Randhir Kapoor. She wrote, “There will never be another…Happy birthday Dadaji.”
Karisma Kapoor also shared a lovely childhood photo on Instagram with her grandfather and wrote, “So many learning’s from my Dadaji… remembering you on your birthday. #grandpalove #legend.”
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, the daughter of the late Rishi Kapoor, shared childhood photos with other cousins sitting on the lap of her grandfather. She simply wrote, “Miss you.”
Veteran actors Dharmendra and Shatrughan Sinha also shared rare photos of the Indian movie showman and remembered him. They also posted heartfelt posts on social media.
Dharmendra shared a rare picture that shows Raj Kapoor and Dharmendra giving each other a hug and sharing a laugh. He wrote on Twitter, Raj Sahab, today is your birthday Anniversary. We miss you sir. You will always be remembered with great love and respect Folded hands.”
Raj Sahab , today is your birthday Anniversary. We miss you sir . You will always be remembered with great love and respect 🙏. pic.twitter.com/vMAFozKP6N
— Dharmendra Deol (@aapkadharam) December 14, 2020
Shatrughan Sinha also took to Twitter to remember Raj Kapoor. Sharing some rare black and white pictures, he wrote, “With warmth & fondness the 1st & the best showman of Indian cinema, handsome, debonair, most talented actor, producer, director, late & great #RajKapoor on his birth anniversary.”
Remembering with warmth & fondness the 1st & the best showman of Indian cinema, handsome, debonair, most talented actor, producer, director, late & great #RajKapoor on his birth anniversary. He has been my greatest motivator, role model as I grew up watching his brilliant craft.
— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) December 14, 2020
Through his production house R.K. Films, Raj Kapoor laid down the norms of Indian event cinema. As an actor and filmmaker, several of his films are mentioned below which are appreciated all over the world.
Awaara (1951)
As stated in the book Global Bollywood: Travels of Hindi Song and Dance, Awaraa has ensured Raj Kapoor’s international fame, especially in Africa, Bulgaria, China and the Middle East. The film is inspired by Charlie Chaplin’s movies, introducing the character of the archetype tramp in Indian cinema.
Shree 420 (1955)
Raj Kapoor stars as a poor villager who succumbs to the charms of corruption, but the urban world glamour. The film presents songs that will never be forgotten: “Pyar Hua Ikraar Hua” and “Mera Joota Hai Japani”.
Mera Naam Joker (1970)
The film is inspired in part by the life of Raj Kapoor. It interacts with the clown Raju who is performing in the final stage of the performance. The film features the unforgettable songs: “Ae Bhai Zara Dekh Ke Chalo” and “Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan”.
Bobby (1973)
Raj Kapoor’s directorial career, Bobby made his son, the late actor Rishi Kapoor, a star overnight. This is a teenage love drama with class conflict as the theme. This movie presents evergreen songs such as “Jhoot Bole Kauva Kate”, “Hum Tum Ek Kamre Mein”, “Na Mangun Sona Chandi” and “Main Shayar To Nahin”.
