Remembering Raj Kapoor on his 93rd birth anniversary

A producer, director, megastar, editor, musician and what not, Raj Kapoor aced it all. The late actor was born on December 14, and it is a moment for all of us to remember him for the contribution he has made to the industry. Whether Awara or Mera Naam Joker, the only all-rounder of the industry will forever remain etched in our memory. On his birthday, here are some facts that we bet you did not know about Raj Kapoor.

He made his acting debut as a child artiste in Inquilab (1935) when he was just 11 years old. At the age of 21, Raj Kapoor made his debut as a leading man with Neel Kamal opposite Madhubala.

Raj Kapoor, who went behind the camera for iconic films like Shree 420, Ram Teri Ganga Maili, Bobby and Mera Naam Joker, started off his production house RK Films at the age of 24.

His first job was as a clapper-boy.

Raj Kapoor's film Mera Naam Joker is the one and only film in the history of Indian cinema to have two intervals.

Mukesh and Manna Dey were the voices of Raj Kapoor songs.

Raj Kapoor's popularity was not limited to India. The actor's music and films are quite popular across the globe. He is a phenomenon in Africa, the Middle East, the former Soviet Union, China, Turkey and Southeast Asia where his songs are remembered till date.