On the centenary of Raj Kapoor's birth anniversary, let's revisit a clip from Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, where his grandson and superstar Ranbir Kapoor shared how Yash Chopra once expressed interest in making a biopic on the legendary filmmaker. Ranbir revealed that the Kapoor family would not allow anyone to make a biopic on Raj Kapoor, explaining that such a project would require access to many confidential files. Watch the video for more
13 December,2024 08:03 PM IST
Veteran Bollywood actresses Padmini Kolhapure and Poonam Dhillon organised a musical tribute to Raj Kapoor on his centenary birth anniversary, sharing personal stories about the legendary actor and his lasting influence on the film industry. Poonam Dhillon highlighted the industry's collective effort to celebrate Raj Kapoor and mentioned how Padmini Kolhapure even encouraged her family, including niece Shraddha Kapoor, to join in the tribute. They also spoke about the Kapoor family's support for the event and recalled Kapoor's recent visit with PM Narendra Modi, where the Prime Minister discussed promoting Indian cinema in the way Raj Kapoor had. When asked if anyone today could match his legacy, both actresses agreed that no one could replace or replicate the legendary Raj Kapoor.
13 December,2024 07:22 PM IST
For Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary, the Kapoor family, including Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Neetu Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, and Kareena Kapoor, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi to discuss the upcoming centenary celebrations. During their interaction, Ranbir shared a light-hearted anecdote about getting free taxi rides in Russia because he is Raj Kapoor's grandson. PM Modi hailed Raj Kapoor's efforts to establish India's soft power and recalled how veteran leaders LK Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee watched 'Phir Subah Hogi' to lift their spirits after a political loss. He also told Kareena and Saif Ali Khan that he wanted to meet their sons, Jeh and Taimur.
12 December,2024 04:32 PM IST
Ahead of Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary on December 14, members of the Kapoor family, including Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his Delhi residence. The family expressed gratitude for PM Modi's warm welcome and discussion about Raj Kapoor's legacy. Alia Bhatt praised his energy and ideas for preserving the legendary filmmaker’s memory, while Karisma Kapoor expressed being deeply moved by his respect and kindness. Saif Ali Khan shared that PM Modi suggested creating a documentary or film to keep Raj Kapoor’s legacy alive.
12 December,2024 03:28 PM IST
Members of the Kapoor Khandan, including Kareena Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, Neetu Kapoor, and Karisma Kapoor, flew out of Mumbai on Tuesday to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to grace the Raj Kapoor Film Festival. Their visit comes ahead of the late Raj Kapoor’s 100th birth anniversary on December 14. The Kapoor family, regarded as the first family of Bollywood, is marking this milestone with a special celebration of the legendary actor-director’s legacy.
10 December,2024 07:08 PM IST
At the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra's new Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, the event turned into a star-studded spectacle as several prominent Bollywood celebrities were in attendance. Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan stole the spotlight when they shared a heartfelt hug, drawing significant attention from those present. Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor were also seen catching up, showcasing their camaraderie, while the ever-glamorous Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt made a stylish entrance. Watch the video for more.
05 December,2024 07:30 PM IST
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly anticipated film 'Love And War,' starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, is generating immense buzz. The film marks Bhansali’s long-awaited reunion with Ranbir since 'Saawariya' and his first collaboration with Vicky. Alia, who previously worked with Bhansali on 'Gangubai Kathiawadi,' returns for her second film with him. While Ranbir was absent from a recent shoot due to his appearance at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, filming continued at full speed. A recent sequence featured Alia and Vicky in a retro disco setting for the next 7 days. Filming will resume in December with Alia intensively preparing for her role. The film’s release has been pushed to March 20, 2026, extending the wait for fans eager to experience Bhansali’s grand vision.
26 November,2024 11:48 PM IST
The roka ceremony of Aadar Jain—the grandson of the late Raj Kapoor, son of Rima and Manoj Jain and the paternal cousin of Kareena Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor—with fiancée Alekha Advani was held over the weekend. The intimate gathering was attended by close family members from both the bride and groom's sides, including prominent figures from the Kapoor family such as Kareena Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Babita Kapoor, and Randhir Kapoor. Alia Bhatt was unable to attend due to professional commitments. The ceremony evening also saw a minor mishap when Karisma Kapoor tripped, but it didn't dampen the joyful spirit of the occasion. Aadar looked regal in a cream-embroidered sherwani with matching trousers, while Alekha dazzled in a white sari and pearl-embellished blouse.
25 November,2024 03:31 PM IST
Karan Arjun (1995) is all set for a re-release in theatres this November! Director Rakesh Roshan reflects on the iconic reincarnation drama, starring Shahrukh Khan and Salman Khan, and its lasting impact on pop culture. Roshan also shares insights on the film’s creation, his ideal cast for a modern reboot, and how Shahrukh initially questioned the reincarnation plot. Will the younger generation still connect with this classic revenge saga? Watch now for exclusive details
18 November,2024 02:25 PM IST
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, one of the most popular Bollywood couples, tied the knot on April 14, 2022. Their daughter, Raha Kapoor, was born on November 6, 2022, and has since captured the hearts of millions. From her first media appearance to her memorable moments with dad Ranbir and mom Alia, Raha has become a little star in her own right. As she turns two today, we take a moment to celebrate Raha's birthday and look back at some precious moments of Alia and Ranbir’s precious bundle of joy.
05 November,2024 06:38 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
