Biography
Who is Randhir Kapoor?
Early life and background
Randhir Kapoor was born on February 15, 1947, in Mumbai, India. His family has a long association with the Indian film industry, tracing back to the late 1920s. He is the eldest son of the well-known filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor and his mother, Krishna Kapoor. His grandfather was the famous actor and producer Prithviraj Kapoor. Growing up in this prominent family, he had siblings named Ritu Nanda, Rajiv Kapoor, and Rima Jain.
He attended the Campion School in Mumbai during his formative years. The family had roots in Samundri, Punjab, before moving to Mumbai from their Kapoor Haveli in Peshawar. His extended family includes many well-known figures in Hindi cinema, such as his uncles Shammi and Shashi Kapoor, and his nephew Ranbir Kapoor.
Acting and directorial career
Randhir Kapoor started his career as a child artist in films like Shree 420 in 1955. He later served as an assistant director for the film Jhuk Gaya Aasman in 1968. His major breakthrough as an actor and director came with the 1971 family drama Kal Aaj Aur Kal, which featured his wife, father, and grandfather. This film was produced under the R.K. Banner.
Throughout the 1970s, he starred in several hit movies. Well-known successes included Jeet, Raampur Ka Lakshman, and the romantic comedy Jawani Diwani, all released in 1972. In 1974, he found box office success with Hamrahi and the film Haath Ki Safai. He directed and starred in the 1975 film Dharam Karam alongside his father, Raj Kapoor. While his career as a lead actor faced challenges after 1985, he transitioned successfully into production and direction.
Family and personal life
Randhir Kapoor married actress Babita in 1971. The two met while working on the film Kal Aaj Aur Kal. They have two daughters, Karisma Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor, who both became successful actresses in the Indian film industry. Although the couple separated in 1988 due to differences regarding their careers, they reconciled in 2007 without ever filing for divorce. He is also the father-in-law of actor Saif Ali Khan.
In March 2022, his nephew Ranbir Kapoor publicly shared that Randhir has been diagnosed with dementia. Throughout his life, he has remained a significant figure within the Kapoor family, maintaining ties to his siblings and extended relatives who are also deeply involved in the entertainment world.
Birthday and age
Randhir Kapoor was born on February 15, 1947, which makes Randhir 79 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Randhir shares the date with 66 other famous people.
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