Family touched by IIFA’s tribute to showman Raj Kapoor

The tribute will be followed by a retrospective film series called ‘Raj Kapoor and the Golden Age of Indian Cinema’,which will run for six weeks.

The legacy of Prithviraj Kapoor was taken forward by three generations starting with Shammi,Shashi and Raj Kapoor. Raj’s sons — Randhir,Rishi and Rajiv Kapoor enjoyed success in the industry followed by his grandchildren — Ranbir,Kareena and Karishma,who have carried on the Kapoor tradition and the super stardom.

“I am very happy,excited…touched by this gesture of IIFA and TIFF for honouring our father. I thank them for this great celebration they are doing to our father. I believe this retrospective is a great way to honour his memory,” Randhir,elder son of Raj Kapoor,told reporters.

Rishi said,”with his passion for cinema that shines through in all his movies he has made a place for himself in the hearts of cinema lovers across India. I thank IIFA and TIFF to show his films…we are proud of his films.”

Younger son,Rajiv said,”I had the opportunity to work with him as an assistant director and as an actor. It was a memorable experience. I am humbled.”

The retrospective will feature 15 iconic classics of the actor including ‘Aag’,’Barsaat’,’Awara’,’Aah’,’Boot Polish’,’Shree 420′,’Jagte Raho’,’Jis Des Mein Ganga Behti Hai’,’Sangam’,’Mera Naam Joker’,’Kal Aaj Aur Kal’,’Bobby’,’Satyam Shivam Sundaram’ and other masterpieces.

Also,several pieces of memorabilia from Raj’s films like costumes,cut-outs and props used during the films will be displayed at the festival. A series of paintings by Goa-based artist Seema Sardesai will also be showcased on the occasion.