Bobby
#HappyValentinesDay: Revisiting Raj Kapoor’s Bobby
Raj Kapoor’s Bobby which introduced 18-year old Rishi Kapoor as a leading man and 15-year Dimple Kapadia as the nation’s heartthrob to Hindi cinema wiped out the Showman’s huge financial debts. It was the biggest hit of Raj Kapoor’s career as a filmmaker and regarded as the most iconic love story of all times. During a conversation with me Rishi Kapoor had spoken of the enduring popularity of Bobby. “It was the innocence of the young lovers, masoomiyat tthi unke andar.Then there was the magic of Raj Kapoor in every frame. The songs composed by L | Click Here...
Sunny Deol To Produce Family Film With Bobby
If sources are to be believed Sunny Deol is planning a family film with his brother Bobby and son Karan which Sunny will produce and direct under the family banner Vijeta Films. It may be noted that Sunny’s son Karan’s career did not take off after his debut film Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas, released in September 2019, refused to set the boxoffice on flame. Sunny has since then been looking for a script that would accommodate not just his son Karan but also Sunny’s brother Bobby who has not been very lucky at the boxoffice in recent years. Bobby’s | Click Here...
Bobby Became A Classic Not Because Of My Songs But Because of Rishi Kapoor: Lata Mangeshkar
Raj Kapoor’s Bobby which introduced Rishi Kapoor as a leading man to Hindi cinema wiped out his huge financial debts. It was the biggest hit of Raj Kapoor’s career as a filmmaker and regarded as the most iconic love story of all time. During a conversation with me, Rishi Kapoor had spoken of the enduring popularity of Bobby. “It was the innocence of the young lovers, masoomiyat tthi unke andar. Then there was the magic of Raj Kapoor in every frame. The songs composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal were phenomenally good. Lataji’s vocals for Dimple were a highpoint.” Speaki | Click Here...
7 Unknown Facts About Bobby
Bobby began the journey of stardom for Rishi Kapoor. It is the ultimate love story for many generations of Indians. Here are some facts about this romantic musical blockbuster that would tickle some torment others. 1. Raj Kapoor did not make Bobby to launch his son Rishi Kapoor. From the outset the film’s focus was on the film’s leading lady and, well, Rishi was welcome to climb on board. But he got no special treatment. His dad was busy focusing on the female lead. 2. 15-year old Dimple Kapadia was Raj Kapoor’s friend Chunnilal Kapadia’s daughter. He chose her after a | Click Here...
Valentine’s Week Special: The 10 Most Romantic Hindi Films Of All Times
Valentine’s Week Special: The 10 Most Romantic Hindi Films Of All Times 1. Amar Prem (1971): The underrated director Shakti Samanta created two timeless odes to love Aradhana and Amar Prem both featuring the charismatic couple Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore. My Valentinian pick is Amar Prem. There is not even an embrace between the lead pair. He, a married man seeking comfort in his loneliness. She, a prostitute mothering him, nurturing his heart as though he were her child. Never seen love so sublime in any film.Never felt more happy to know love lives. | Click Here...
King of theatre Raj Kapoor and his iconic roles
Remember Joker? No, not the Hollywood one, but the one that was released in 1970? Where the joker was not psychotic but was adored by everyone? Raj Kapoor's Joker? Yes, I am talking about that one. It was of the blue-eyed guy who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema, Raj Kapoor. There’s no doubt in calling him the Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema. He will be a legend beyond comparison for years to come. Raj Kapoor was an actor, producer and director who changed the face of the Indian Cinematic Universe. Don’t you agree he deserves all the credit coming his way? He entered cin | Click Here...