Journalism of Courage
On Prithviraj Kapoor's 111th birth anniversary, here's remembering the man who was a legendary stage and film actor. He performed in limited films but every performance he gave, spoke volumes about the gravitas of his personality. His sons, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren have been associated with the same craft and in many ways, he was the one who started this legacy.
Prithviraj Kapoor is still remembered for his role as Akbar in the 1960 film, Mughal-e-Azam.
Prithviraj Kapoor began his career as a theater actor in Peshawar (now Pakistan).
The famous Prithvi Theater was founded by Prithviraj Kapoor in 1944. It was a traveling company back then that put up plays in various parts of the country.
Here, he is seen with the former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Prithviraj Kapoor was posthumously honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1972.
Prithviraj Kapoor acted alongside his son, Raj Kapoor (right) and his grandson, Randhir Kapoor (left) in Kal Aaj Aur Kal (1971).
Prithviraj Kapoor passed away due to cancer on May 29, 1972.
