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Raj Kapoor
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- Born 14 December 1924
- Place of Birth Peshawar
- Occupation Film Producer, Film Director, Screenwriter, Film Editor, Film Actor
- Father Prithviraj Kapoor
- Mother Ramsarni Kapoor
- Spouse Krishna Malhotra (1946)
- Siblings Shammi Kapoor, Shashi Kapoor
- Education Colonel Brown Cambridge School, St. Xavier's Collegiate School
- Years active 1935-1988
- Other names Ranbir Raj Kapoor, The First Showman Of Bollywood, The Greatest Show Man Of Indian Cinema, Charlie Chaplin Of Indian Cinema, Raj Sahab
- Children Rishi Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor, Rajiv Kapoor, Ritu Nanda, Rima Jain
Related Other Pages:
- Dhadaka,
- Shammi Kapoor,
- Awaara
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ABOUT Raj Kapoor
Raj Kapoor: A Legacy in Indian Cinema Raj Kapoor (1924-1988), a towering figure in Hindi cinema, remains an iconic actor, director, and producer. Born in Peshawar, the eldest son of Prithviraj Kapoor, he inherited a theatrical legacy and built upon it, becoming synonymous with a unique brand of romantic tragedy and social commentary. His career spanned decades, marked by roles that transcended mere performance; he embodied characters, often inspired by Charlie Chaplin's Tramp, in films such as Awaara (1951) and Shree 420 (1955). Awaara's impact was such that it was ranked among Time magazine's "Top-Ten Greatest Performances of All Time in World Cinema" in 2005. His directorial ventures often showcased poignant narratives exploring social inequalities and the human spirit, garnering significant global recognition. Awaara and Boot Polish (1954) even competed for the Palme d'Or at Cannes. His films enjoyed considerable commercial success across Asia, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Africa, and the Soviet Union. Kapoor's contributions were recognized with numerous accolades, including three National Film Awards and eleven Filmfare Awards. The Indian government honoured him with the Padma Bhushan in 1971, followed by the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1988, India's highest cinematic honour. His legacy extends beyond individual achievements; he shaped the narrative landscape of Indian cinema, leaving an indelible mark on generations of filmmakers and actors.
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RAJ KAPOOR NEWS
Geeta Bali became jealous of Mala Sinha, locked herself in a room and wept after witnessing her talent: 'She will replace me'
September 25, 2025 4:36 pm
Filmmaker Kidar Sharma, who introduced several stars to Hindi cinema, recalled a story about a distraught Geeta Bali becoming jealous of Mala Sinha's talent.
Addicted to red light areas, Raj Kapoor demanded a 'khoobsurat' heroine for first film, suggested 13-year-old Madhubala: 'Woh bachchi nahi hai'
September 25, 2025 1:32 pm
Raj Kapoor told director Kidar Sharma not to sign him as an actor, as he was sure that his lack of talent would ruin the movie. Once he agreed, however, he wanted to know who the heroine would be.
Raj Kapoor refused to work with Geeta Bali, told director, 'Mere standard ki ladki lo' after she fell on hard times and began working for Rs 6,000
September 24, 2025 4:00 pm
Film director Kidar Sharma, who launched the careers of everyone from Raj Kapoor to Madhubala, once recalled a story about Geeta Bali having falling on hard times, and being forced to work for peanuts.
Young Raj Kapoor had a weakness for red light areas, was slapped by man tasked with bringing him back in line: 'Prithviraj Kapoor was very disappointed in him'
September 20, 2025 3:52 pm
Prithviraj Kapoor was dejected because his son, Raj Kapoor, was being waylaid by red light areas. Kedar Sharma, his friend, offered to bring a young Raj Kapoor back on track, but the task wasn't as easy as he'd imagined.
Pakistani star’s family cost her a dream debut with Raj Kapoor; Nikaah made her a sensation, but she couldn’t capitalise on it
September 14, 2025 3:34 pm
Salma Agha was a rare actor-singer who gained success across the film and music industries in both India and Pakistan.
'The Kapoors would laugh at us, but watched our films': Bollywood's 'other' film family also came from Pak, attained 'sleazy' success
September 03, 2025 2:47 pm
Hailing from the Sindh province in modern-day Pakistan, the Ramsinghania family moved to Mumbai after the Partition. The patriarch was penniless and destitute, and desperate for money, he decided to join the film business as Ramsay brothers.
Rishi Kapoor was launched by debt-ridden Raj Kapoor who had lost RK Studio, properties after a colossal failure: 'I was polluted by success'
September 04, 2025 11:36 am
Rishi Kapoor’s entry into films with Bobby wasn’t the result of a carefully crafted strategy, but was born out of necessity. It was a desperate attempt to rescue RK Studios and to pull his father, Raj Kapoor, out of the clutches of mounting debt.
Bollywood's dancing diva owned a fleet of cars, 8,000 dresses and 5,000 shoes; family deserted her, didn't have money for medicines in last days
September 04, 2025 1:25 pm
Mentor to Helen and known as dancing diva during Bollywood's Golden age, Cuckoo Moray lived a lavish, Westernized lifestyle, but in her final days, she didn’t even have enough money to buy painkillers as she battled cancer.
On his 102nd birth anniversary, remembering Shailendra, the Kabir of Hindi cinema
August 30, 2025 10:57 am
The poet-lyricist proved that ethics can be embedded in entertainment without sermonising, that mass art need not compromise its soul, and that tenderness itself can be political resistance
Started as Raj Kapoor's employee with Rs 500 salary, became his 'Pushkin' at whose feet RK always sat; died of a broken heart
September 05, 2025 4:09 pm
Shailendra was the man behind the words of songs such as 'Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan', 'Awaara Hun', 'Pyaar Hua Iqraar Hua', among many other hits in the 1950s and 1960s.
