As a cinema enthusiast who’s spent countless nights engrossed in the magic of Bollywood, I can’t help but feel a deep reverence for the legacy of Ranbir Kapoor’s grandfather, the iconic Raj Kapoor. Listening to Ranbir reminisce about his childhood memories with his grandfather was like hearing a beautiful, poignant song that resonated deeply within me.
At the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor reminisced about his grandfather, renowned Indian filmmaker Raj Kapoor, and offered behind-the-scenes stories and career advice during a conversation with director Rahul Rawail. This special event is honoring the centenary of Raj Kapoor’s birth.
Kapoor expressed, “The memories I have of him are deeply private,” as he reminisced about his grandfather who sadly passed when Kapoor was just six years old. “He’d often invite us to his room and secretly stash caramel treats in his refrigerator. Then, he would line us up – all the cousins, Kareena, Karishma, my sister, and myself – and ask us to greet him with ‘Salaam’ and sing the song ‘Awaara Hoon,’ from the 1951 film ‘Awaara’,” Kapoor added.
Reflecting on the cinematic prowess of my grandfather, Raj Kapoor, I can’t help but marvel at his uncanny ability to delve into a myriad of social issues throughout his illustrious career. Watching ‘Awaara’, one is confronted with the stark reality of casteism. In ‘Shree 420’ [1955], he masterfully addressed themes of greed and the struggles faced by the underprivileged. As his career progressed, he continued to produce films that not only resonated with Indian audiences but also reinforced our cherished moral values.
Kapoor emphasized his grandfather’s remarkable ability to bounce back creatively, especially following the financial flop of “Mera Naam Joker” in 1970. He noted, “Despite losing a fortune and having to mortgage his home, he found the fortitude to produce ‘Bobby,’ a film featuring newcomers [released in 1973]. For a man of 50 years old to create a movie for the younger generation shows that he was truly attuned to the times.
Through our collaborative efforts with the National Film Development Corporation of India, the National Film Archive of India, my uncle Kunal Kapoor, and the Film Heritage Foundation, we have successfully restored ten films belonging to Raj Kapoor. I am thrilled to announce a nationwide film festival taking place from December 13th to 15th, where these beautifully revitalized movies will be showcased.
Kapoor, known for roles in “Animal,” “Barfi,” and “Wake Up Sid,” has expressed a desire to direct films at some point. However, he acknowledged the daunting task of living up to his grandfather’s legacy, as his grandfather had directed, acted, produced, wrote, and edited a film at the age of 24. Currently, at 42 years old, Kapoor feels hesitant about directing a film. Despite this, he has produced a movie titled ‘Jagga Jasoos,’ which, unfortunately, didn’t perform well at the box office. Yet, he maintains a strong desire to direct and is eagerly waiting for a compelling story that would justify making a film, rather than just creating one out of mere necessity.
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2024-11-27 07:17