Shashi Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, along with their daughter Raha, and actor Agastya Nanda, among others, attended the Kapoor family's annual Christmas brunch held at late actor Shashi Kapoor's residence on Monday.Actor Aadar Jain took to his Instagram account and shared the first inside picture from the annual Christmas celebrations.He shared a happy fam-jam pic on his stories, which he captioned "Merry X-mas," followed by a Santa Claus and a Christmas tree emoticon.In the happy picture, Ranbir could be seen standing along with Agastya, while Alia is sitting with her daughter Raha on her lap. Apart from them, Krisma Kapoor, her father Randhir Kapoor, and her wife Babita, Reema Kapoor, the late actor Shashi Kapoor's wife Jennifer Kendal's elder son Kunal Kapoor, Navya Nanda, Aadar Jain, and Armaan Jain, among others, could also be seen in the picture.However, actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, along with their kids Taimur and Jeh, gave the annual Christmas lunch a miss.Just before Christmas lunch, Ranbir and Alia gave a Christmas surprise to their fans by making their first public appearance with their daughter Raha.The star couple, who have been protective of Raha, have finally posed with her for the paparazzi.Ranbir was seen carrying his little princess in his arms with Alia. Raha was dressed in a beautiful white frock and had two cute little ponytails.Several pictures of the 'Brahmastra' couple with their daughter are currently surfacing on social media.Ranbir tied the knot with Alia Bhatt on April 14, 2022, and announced their pregnancy in June 2022.On November 6, last year, the couple welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Raha.Announcing the baby's arrival, Alia via an Instagram post, said, "And in the best news of our lives:- Our baby is here...and what a magical girl she is. We are officially bursting with love - Blessed and obsessed PARENTS!!!! Love love love Alia and Ranbir.Meanwhile, on the work front, Alia will be next seen in director Vasan Bala's next 'Jigra'.Apart from that, she also has 'Jee Le Zaraa' in her kitty. Helmed by Farhan Akhtar, the film also stars Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles.Ranbir is currently basking in the success of 'Animal', which hit theatres on December 1.'Animal' also starred Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna and Tripti Dimri. The film received polarising reactions from critics and audiences but it managed to create wonders at the box office. Sandeep Reddy Vanga directed it. The film has raked in over Rs 500 crore in India, making it one of the most successful films of 2023.

Zeenat Aman is one of the vetran actors who became trendsetters and broke down the traditional and shy image of Indian women on-screen in the era of 70s and 80s. She became popular for her bold looks and style statement and became an inspiration for many in that era. She has given a number of hits and one of her iconic films is Satyam Shivam Sundaram with Shashi Kapoor.The Don actor took to her Instagram handle to share a memory associated with the 1978 Raj Kapoors directorial romantic drama. She posted a still with her co-star Shashi Kapoor from the track Chanchal Sheetal Nirmal Komal. This beautiful fantasy song was sung by legendary singer Mukesh.Aman shared that when she was told about the sequence of the track she burst into a flood of tears and she also asked her fans to watch the video.She started her post with, Shashi ji and I in a still from the song Chanchal Sheetal Nirmal Komal. Giant mushrooms, pink clouds, bellowing smoke, enormous flowers, sexy outfits, otherworldly propsthis fantasy song sequence from Satyam Shivam Sundaram went the whole nine yards. Id go as far as to call it something of a psychedelic trip!Zeenat continued, Few people know of the drama that went on behind the scenes though. My director Rajji was an aesthete to the core, and was known for working with some of the most beautiful performers from the south - the likes of Vyjayanthimala and Padmini. He also had a taste for classical dance, and had conceptualised this entire song with that in mind.But this was my first film under the RK banner, and I was not a classical dancer by any stretch of the imagination. When Rajji narrated the sequence to me, I burst into a flood of tears! I was convinced I would make a fool of my self and sink the entire film. Through hiccups and sobs I explained my predicament to him. Rajji laughed. What will I do with you convent girls and your two left feet? he exclaimed, added the The Great Gambler actor.Aman further shared how the Greatest Showman of Indian cinema instructed choreographer to teach her the mudras of the song.He did do something of course. He instructed legendary choreographer Sohanlal to teach me mudras but not any complicated choreography. Simultaneously, genius costume designer Bhanu Athaiya created a range of sensational outfits, and art director A. Rangaraj mounted a stunning set. And thus, the SSS team created a wonderland, she said.I highly recommend that you find the video on YouTube and give it a watch. Its a visual delight, and I would love to hear your thoughts on it, she concluded.The actress has worked in films such as 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram', 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna', 'Qurbaani', 'Dhund', 'Don', 'Manoranjan' and 'Yaadon Ki Baarat'. She was known for doing unconventional roles in her era when many actresses were reluctant to take up those characters.

1. 'Mere paas maa hai'Remember the iconic dialogue from Late Yash Chopra directed 'Deewar'? The conference has mesmerized everyone and people even use it in memes nowadays. This one is still regarded as the most famous dialogue of all maa dialogues. In the scene, Shashi Kapoor being a cop confronts his nefarious brother (Amitabh Bachchan).2. 'Tu abhi itna bhi ameer nahi hua, ki apni maa ko khareed sake'True that! Another dialogue from the same movie by Nirupa Roy. Salim-Javed Akhtar gave so many legendary dialogues that made every scene in this movie irreplaceable. Such scenes prove that a mother's DNA comprises of selfless and unconditionally that no money can buy. This movie was released in January 1975, and stars iconic actors of Bollywood like Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Nirupa Roy and Parveen Babi.3. 'Ammi jaan kehti thi koi dhanda chota nahi hota'The famous dialogue, 'Ammi jaan kehti thi koi dhanda chota nahi hota' Aur dhande se bada koi dharam nahi hota' from Rahul Dholakia directed 'Raees' by megastar Shahrukh Khan continues to echo amongst us and provide a zeal to do something in life. Mothers are our first teacher and their nurturing shape us into good humans they do have a unique perspective on their children's lives and can often offer valuable insights that can help their children navigate difficult situations. In this sense, they can be an invaluable source of wisdom and guidance.4. 'Bhagwan har jagah nahi hota hai, Isi liye toh usne maa banai hai'The dialogue by Late Sridevi from the movie 'Mom', touches your heart in a different way. This popular sentiment expresses the idea that mothers are an embodiment of God's love and nurturing qualities. It conveys that moms are often seen as protectors, caretakers and the next best one after god, who provides us with a sense of security, comfort and care.5. 'Jab ladki jawan ho jati hai, toh maa uski maa nahi rehti sehali ban jaati hai'Have we all girls not found our true best friend in our moms? Another dialogue by Farida Jalal from 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' is every mother-daughter's true story! The relationship between a mother and daughter can evolve and change over time. As the daughter grows, they may start to develop a sense of independence and maturity, and their relationship with their mom shifts to become more of a friendship. Even after this shift, the mother plays a unique and important role in her daughter's life, offering a source of wisdom, experience, and unconditional love.6. 'Maa ke Dil ko dukha kar aaj tak koi khush nahi raha hai'Another famous dialogue of Shahrukh Khan from the blockbuster movie 'Devdas' is a lesson for everyone that teaches the importance of treating mothers with kindness and respect. It suggests that when someone intentionally or unintentionally hurt their mom, they not only harm the mother, but also potentially damage the relationship between the her and child, and create negative emotions that can linger for years to come. The statement also suggests that, in the end, hurting a mother's heart does not bring anyone happiness. Even if the person who caused the pain initially derives some pleasure or satisfaction from their actions, they will eventually come to realize the true cost of their behaviour and the toll it takes on themselves.7. 'Chot lagto hai to admi maa maa hi chilata hai'Quite relatable! This dialogue from 'Airlift' by Akshay Kumar highlights the need for a mother we all have, especially in times of distress or pain. When someone is hurt or experiencing a difficult situation, they naturally and instinctively call out for their mom, seeking comfort and support from the person with whom they share a strong emotional bond that exists between a mother and her child. This bond is often forged in early childhood and can endure throughout a person's life, providing a sense of security and comfort even in the most difficult of circumstances.

birth anniversary, let's revisit some of his notable works on screen.Jab Jab Phool Khile (1965)Directed by Suraj Prakash, this movie stars Shashi and Nanda in the lead roles. This movie is about defying patriarchal restrictions for the sake of love. The heroine fell for a Kashmiri boatman. Defying her father's wish to choose a rich man for marriage, the heroine fought for her love.Sharmeelee (1971)Shashi had a hit screen pair with Raakhee. Directed by Samir Ganguly, this film is about romantic tensions. Captain Ajit Kapoor (Shashi) fell in love with Kamini (Raakhee). But to his surprise, Ajit's marriage is fixed with Kamini's twin sister Kanchan. S. D Burman's music made the movie a popular choice.Deewar (1975)Who could forget the powerful line, "Mere Paas maa hai..." Directed by Yash Chopra, this movie saw the duel between Amitabh Bachchan's Vijay and Shashi Kapoor's Ravi. Fate brought two brothers at the two ends of a spectrum, a cop and a criminal. The movie is still talked about for its powerful dialogue.Kabhie Kabhie (1976)Another gem by Yash Chopra in which Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, and Raakhee immortalised the love saga. Cine lovers are of the opinion that this film was ahead of its time. This love saga across generations captures a complex thread of man-woman relationships.Trishul (1978)Yash Chopra did not let Shashi off his major films in the 70s. Written by Salim-Javed, this movie brought the stalwarts of the 70s in one frame. Shashi Kapoor, Sanjeev Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan.Ages passed, and the language of films changed over the years. But Shashi's solid performances in these movies are still treasured and loved across age groups.

Kapoor family shared tributes on social media.Shashi Kapoor's son, Kunal Kapoor, took to his Instagram handle and shared a picture of his father's portrait, clicked along with a glass of drink in his hand."Happy happy b'day," he wrote the caption.Kunal's son Zahan Kapoor shared an adorable picture with his grandfather from his childhood days.He penned the caption, "Happy Birthday Dadaji!"Shashi Kapoor, a Padma Bhushan awardee, passed away in December 2017 at the age of 79 due to liver problems.In a career spanning over four decades, the actor appeared in more than 150 films, including a dozen in English.Kapoor started his career as a child actor in the late 1940s appearing in commercial films including 'Sangram' (1950) and 'Dana Paani' (1953). He worked in four Hindi films as a child artiste from 1948 to 1954.His first leading role was in the award-winning 1961 'Dharmputra', directed by Yash Chopra, which was one of the first Indian features to deal with partition.Shashi Kapoor has also worked with superstar Amitabh Bachchan in hits like 'Jab Jab Phool Khile' (1965), 'Deewar' (1975), 'Kabhie Kabhie' (1976), 'Trishul' (1978) and 'Namak Halal' (1982).

Anil Kapoor , who is known as an evergreen actor, is also known for his fit looks. But the actor couldnt stop appreciating when he found out that his Race 3 colleague Bobby Deol too has found passion in fitness. On the occasion of Bobby Deols birthday, which was a couple of days ago, many of his well-wishers took to social media to extend their wishes to the actor. One amongst them was his Race 3 co-star Anil Kapoor. Known for his enthusiastic nature, Anil was all praises for Bobby Deols latest fit body which will be seen in his forthcoming film Race 3.The actor stated, Happy Birthday @thedeol !! Your hard work & dedication towards fitness has paid off immensely! Im excited for the world to see your new avatar in #Race3! Its a pleasure working with you For the uninitiated, this will be the first time where Bobby Deol is being associated with Race 3 whereas Anil Kapoor has been a part of it since the start. In fact, Race 3 has also shifted hands from Abbas-Mustan to Remo DSouza as the director. Besides that, Saif Ali Khan is been replaced by Salman Khan with Jacqueline Fernandez as the leading lady along with Daisy Shah Saqib Saleem in prominent roles. Race 3 is slated to release during Eid this year and hence will hit the screens in June. More Pages: Race 3 Box Office Collection Race 3 Movie Review

Of late, there have been quite a few additions in the star cast of the forthcoming magnum opus of Ashutosh Gowariker Panipat.The film, as the name suggests, is based on the third battle of Panipat and will feature Arjun Kapoor Kriti Sanon and Sanjay Dutt in lead roles. Now reports have it that Kunal Kapoor has joined the star cast and he will play the Subedar Nawab in the film. It has been confirmed that Shashi Kapoors son Kunal Kapoor will be returning to the big screen after four years with Panipat as the Subedar Nawab of Oudh, Shujuad-Daula. The film, that showcases one of the most destructive battles fought between the Marathas and the King of Afghanistan Ahmad Shah Abdali and his allies, will feature Kunal as one of the allies. Besides the Subedar Nawab of Oudh, Rohilla Afghans of the Doab are yet another group of Indians who pledge their support to Abdali. Speaking on the same, producer Sunita Gowariker spoke about why she decided to have Kunal Kapoor on board. She explained his role of Shujuad-Daula in the reports stating that he had one of the most humungous armies then and the Marathas as well as the Afghanis were in constant bid to have him as their ally. Hence, the role of Kunal is considered to be quite prominent in this historical drama. For the uninitiated, Kunal Kapoor had gone on a three decade long break from Bollywood and returned in 2015 with Singh Is Bliing.He essayed the role of Amy Jackson s father in this Akshay Kumar starrer action drama. Besides him, Mohnish Behl, and Padmini Kolhapure are amongst the ones who will be seen in prominent roles of Nana Saheb and Gopikabai respectively. While Arjun Kapoor will be seen as Sadashiv Rao Bhau, Kriti Sanon plays the leading lady and further details on the same are yet to be revealed. After recreating Shanivaar Wada, Panipat is expected to go on floor this month. Also Read: Mohnish Behl will mark his return on the big screen with the Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Kapoor starrer Panipat

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2018 has announced its regional films list, with critically acclaimed films due for screening at the largest film festival in the Southern Hemisphere. The English film category spans the marvellous films from different regions of India, with equally brilliant films from across the country. Shashi Kapoors 1972 film Siddhartha will be screened at the festival this year to commemorate the late actors immense contribution to Indian cinema. The film, which is based on a book of the same name by Conrad Rooks, who also directed the film, shows the journey of Siddhartha who engages in the search of meaningful way of life. Simi Garewal, who was Shashi Kapoors co-star in the film, will be hosting the screening as a special commemoration for the late actor, following which she will also engage in a special Q&A session with the audience who would be flying down from various parts of Australia and New Zealand. Siddhartha keeps getting a resurgence every new decade. And in the West, I find that even though Shashi has done a lot of films with Ismail Merchant, people still remember him for Siddhartha. Recently, I was asked to present the film at a festival in London and pay tribute to Shashi. I just talk about Shashi before the screening, what I know about him and my feelings, my friendship and my work with him and I just talk to them about that. So thats the tribute, the happy moments I shared with my dear, dear friend, the celebrated actress and host said. Also Read : SHOCKING! Simi Garewal hints at Salman Khan being innocent on social media

Two of the iconic actors of Indian cinema, Sridevi and Shashi Kapoor, passed away within a span of few months. While Shashi Kapoor passed away in December 2017, Sridevi passed away in the month of February 2018. Now, the veteran actors will receive tributes at the New York Indian Film Festival which will unfold from May 7 to May 12. Shashi Kapoor, who had starred in several Merchant-Ivory films such as The Householder , will be paid tribute via two of his film screenings- Shakespeare Wallah and Heat and Dust.In case of Sridevi, her 2012 superhit film English Vinglish will be screened. She will be honoured at the screening. Veteran actor Shashi Kapoor breathed his last on December 4, 2017. The actor, who was unwell for a while, passed away owing to his age. Talking about his personal front, he was married to actress Jennifer Kendal who passed away in 1984. He was survived by three children Karan Kapoor, Kunal Kapoor and Sanjana Kapoor. Known for his performance in films like Deewar Kabhi Kabhie Namak Halal Jab Jab Phool Khile Kalyug among others, Shashi Kapoor received the honour of Padma Bhushan in the year 2011. The nation lost another gem in Sridevi when she passed away due to accidental drowning on February 24. The late actress family, film industry, and nation are mourning the loss of the beloved first female superstar of the Indian film industry. She starred in several iconic films including Chandni Chaalbaaz Lamhe Mr India Judaai Laadla to name a few. Her second innings surely got her great accolades as well. She made her comeback with English Vinglish.She was last seen in 2017 film Mom.Technically, her last appearance will be in Shah Rukh Khan starrer Zero in December 2018. Also Read: Oscars 2018 remember late actors Shashi Kapoor and Sridevi in memoriam

The nation lost one of the most talented actresses Sridevi earlier on February 24. The actress died of accidental drowning in Dubai. Sridevis untimely demise left the world in shock. The Kapoor- Ayyappan- Marwah families are grieving the loss of their family member. As the world lost a gem, the Academy Awards 2018 remembered the actress in memoriam. The 90 th Academy Awards took place on Sunday night, March 4. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the night was full of stars and some amazing award wins. In a tribute video, the Academy remembered the film celebrities the industries lost in and around the world. Sridevi was included in the memorium and honoured at the prestigious award ceremony. Sridevi was the first female superstar of the Indian film industry. The actress not only worked in Hindi films but in South industry as well. She made her name in different languages and won the audience in each and every role. She began acting since the age of 4. The late actress became a household name during the 80s. She starred in several iconic films including Chandni, Chaalbaaz, Lamhe, Mr India , Judaai, Laadla to name a few. Her second innings surely got her great accolades as well. She made her comeback with English Vinglish.She was last seen in 2017 film Mom.The nation also lost another gem this past year in Shashi Kapoor. The legendary actor not only starred in Hindi films but made a name for himself in Hollywood as well. The Academy remembered Shashi Kapoor in memoriam and paid a tribute to the late actor. Known for his performance in films like Deewar , Kabhi Kabhie , Namak Halal , Jab Jab Phool Khile , Kalyug among others, Shashi Kapoor received the honour of Padma Bhushan in the year 2011. He was survived by his kids Kunal Kapoor , Karan Kapoor and Sanjana Kapoor. After his wife Jennifer Kendals death, Shashi Kapoor worked towards theatre and focused on Prithvi Theatre. Also Read: Boney Kapoor to immerse Sridevis ashes in Rameswaram today