RAJ KAPOOR @ 100: “The Showman” will shine on the screen of cinema for centuries and inspire Indian cinemas forever.

• Life introduction

Born on:     14 December 1924 in Peshawar

Full name:  Ranbir Raj Kapoor

Parents:      Ram Sareen Mehra and Prithvi Raj Kapoor

Wife:           Krishna Malhotra

Children:    Randhir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor Rajiv Kapoor, Reema Kapoor and Ritu Nanda

Died:           2 June 1988

Raj Kapoor earned the title “The Showman” through a remarkable career. He was known for his innovative storytelling, cinematic creativity, and deep understanding of human emotions. His journey to becoming a legendary filmmaker and actor was shaped by his talent, vision, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

He started with “Aag” in 1948 and ended with “Ram Teri Ganaga Maili on 1985.

“Raj Kapoor” the filmmaker, always explored different themes at different times of his life. If you see his earlier films like ‘Awara’ was based on casteism. If you see ‘Shree 420’, he spoke about greed and the underprivileged trying to make something of their life. He made films with strong Indian moral values, spoke about society in such an honest and frank way, while making it really commercial and entertaining. Raj Kapoor had a wonderful sense of rhythm and music. That is the reason why they were also popular outside of India specially in Russian Republic.

As Filmdom fans and family celebrate the hundred anniversaries of Raj Kapoor among the most impactful in the history of Indian cinema, it was also time to wander having a wrinkle with time Ortho, the test of decade in an ever-changing India.

He acted in 74 films, directed 10, produced 18, and edited 6. He received 66 awards, including 3 National Film Awards and 11 Filmfare Awards. He was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 1971 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1987

• Popular movies of RK film

Barsaat (1949)

Awaara (1951)

Shree 420 (1955)

Jagte Raho (1956)

Chori Chori (1956)

Sangam (1964)

Mera Naam Joker (1970)

Bobby (1973)

Satyam Shivam Sundaram (1978)

Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)

• RK Film Studio

In 1948 at the age of only 24 he started RK Studio. The LOGO of RK Studio taken from his first hit film Barsat.

As a producer, director, and actor, Raj Kapoor maintained meticulous control over his projects. His RK Studios became a hub of creativity, producing some of Indian cinema’s most cherished films.

Raj Kapoor didn’t just entertain; he inspired and provoked thought, leaving an indelible mark on Indian cinema.