Kapoor Clan Honors Raj Kapoor’s Legacy with PM Modi
New Delhi: The illustrious Kapoor family gathered in Delhi for a special meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the centenary celebrations of legendary actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor. The event highlighted Raj Kapoor’s Legacy – the enduring legacy of a man who profoundly shaped Indian cinema.
On Wednesday morning, social media was abuzz with images of this significant meet-and-greet. Shared by Neetu Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, and other family members, the pictures captured the Kapoor clan posing alongside PM Modi. The occasion marked a heartfelt tribute to Raj Kapoor’s contributions to Indian cinema, as well as a precursor to a grand film festival in his honor.
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A Momentous Occasion with the Prime Minister
The photograph featured a host of Kapoor family members, including Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and her husband Bharat Sahni. Also present were Rima Jain and her family, along with Nikhil Nanda and his sister Nitasha Nanda, the children of Raj Kapoor’s late daughter Ritu Nanda.
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Celebrating 100 Years of Raj Kapoor’s Artistry
The Kapoor family highlighted the upcoming Raj Kapoor 100 Film Festival, a celebration of the legendary filmmaker’s artistic vision. Scheduled for December 13-15, 2024, the festival will feature 10 iconic films screened across 40 cities and 135 cinemas.
Neetu Kapoor also shared candid photographs from the event, including a heartwarming shot of PM Modi penning words for Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan’s sons, Jeh and Taimur.
Ranbir Kapoor on Raj Kapoor’s Biopic and Film Restoration
Ranbir Kapoor, continuing his family’s legacy, had recently announced the Raj Kapoor 100 Film Festival during the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024. Speaking about his grandfather’s contributions, Ranbir revealed efforts to restore 10 of Raj Kapoor’s iconic films, undertaken by the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), the National Film Archives of India (NFAI), and the Film Heritage Foundation (FHF).
Bollywood Heritage Meets National Leadership
The meeting between the Kapoor family and PM Modi symbolized the confluence of Bollywood heritage and national leadership. Kareena Kapoor and Karisma Kapoor shared additional moments, including a handshake with the Prime Minister, reflecting the warm rapport shared during the event.
This celebration is not only a tribute to Raj Kapoor’s monumental legacy but also a reminder of the deep connection between Indian cinema and the nation’s cultural identity.
As the Kapoor family gears up for the Raj Kapoor 100 Film Festival, fans and cinema enthusiasts await an opportunity to relive the timeless artistry of one of Bollywood’s greatest icons.
