Apart from being an actor, Raj Kapoor also played the roles of a director and producer.
Raj Kapoor left a legacy that still shines through whenever the industry is looked at
Raj Kapoor Death Anniversary: By adding an entire industry to his title, Srishti Nath Kapoor, also known as Raj Kapoor, came to be known as the greatest showman of Indian cinema. After passing away at the age of 64 on June 2, 1988, the veteran actor left a legacy that still shines today whenever the industry is looked at at a glance.
Apart from being an actor, Raj Kapoor also played the roles of a director and producer. On the death anniversary of an actor who is no less than a legend, here are five iconic roles that have etched Raj Kapoor’s name in our hearts forever.
- Mera Naam Joker (1970)
A cult classic with various philosophical leanings in its plot, Mera Naam Joker saw the full brilliance of Raj Kapoor cast in one film. He not only acted in the film but also directed and produced it. The film covered the journey from an idea to a cinematic experience on screen in six years! The film was also the debut of late actor Rishi Kapoor. - Awara (1951)
A vibrant palette of genres, Awara can easily be counted as one of the iconic films starring Raj Kapoor. The film revolves around a man who, indulging in crime, comes out of the malevolent world with the help of love. Nargis is opposite Raj Kapoor in the film. - Shree 420 (1955)
Another film directed by Raj Kapoor, it is highly popular across the entire filmography of the film industry. Apart from promoting the comedy-drama, a stinging plot and punchlines, there were also amazing songs including the very famous Mera Joota Hai Japanese sung by Mukesh. - Chori Chori (1956)
Another film that showcased the impeccable exchange of emotions between Raj Kapoor and Nargis, Chori Chori was a romance-comedy inspired by a Hollywood classic titled It Happened One Night. Chori Chori was also the last film that Indian audiences got to see Nargis and Raj Kapoor as a couple on screen. - Barsaat (1949)
The success of this film allowed Raj Kapoor to buy ownership of RK Studios in 1950. The cast of Barsaat included Nargis and Prem Nath and Nimmi, who was making her debut with the film. The soundtrack of the film included the very famous song Hawa Mein Udta Jaye.
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