Ahead of the centenary celebrations of the legendary Raj Kapoor, the Kapoor family arrived in New Delhi today for a special meeting with PM Modi

The Kapoor family, which includes Bollywood’s biggest actors, traveled to New Delhi today for a special meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a major step ahead of the centennial celebrations of the late Raj Kapoor.

PM Modi is apparently being invited to the next film festival, which will honor the legacy of the late Raj Kapoor, one of the most significant names in Indian cinema, as part of the meeting’s objective.
Several of the Kapoor family’s most famous members were seen with them at Mumbai’s Kalina airport.

They included Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Neetu Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor and his wife, and actress Alia Bhatt.

Anissa Malhotra, an Aadar Jain, and Manoj Jain, Aadar’s father, also traveled. The family members were seen wearing tasteful but stylish attire.

Known for her stylish sense of fashion, Alia Bhatt was seen in a red organza saree, while Ranbir Kapoor looked stunning in a black Indo-western suit.

Ever glowing, Kareena Kapoor Khan wore a red outfit and her trademark smokey eye makeup. The always stylish Saif Ali Khan chose a white Pathani suit.

When Neetu Kapoor and Karisma Kapoor wore similar white ivory outfits with golden embroidery, they attracted attention.

Raj Kapoor’s 100th birthday is quickly approaching, and the Kapoor family is preparing to honor the late actor-director, known as “India’s Greatest Showman.”

Kareena Kapoor Khan shared information about the lavish festivities on social media on December 4. From December 13 to 15, 2024, a special screening of Raj Kapoor’s most famous films would be held in 40 cities and 135 theaters around the country, and she asked fans to attend.

“His legacy endures. We are delighted to commemorate my grandpa, Raj Kapoor, India’s greatest showman, on his 100th birthday. Kareena said on Instagram, “Join us from December 13–15, 2024, on a nostalgic journey through his most iconic films, screening in 40 cities and 135 cinemas.”

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With the extra gesture of ticket prices set at a symbolic Rs 100, the screenings will take place in the PVR-Inox and Cinepolis theaters.
Ten films featuring Raj Kapoor will be shown at this special film festival, including timeless masterpieces like “Aag,” “Barsaat,” “Awaara,” “Shree 420,” and “Mera Naam Joker.”

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These films will be restored for viewers in the present day, leaving a lasting impression on Indian and international cinema.
In a recent interview at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024, Ranbir Kapoor also discussed the restoration process, emphasizing the joint work of the Film Heritage Foundation, the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), and the National Film Archive of India (NFAI).

He emphasized how crucial it is to protect the history of legendary filmmakers like his grandpa.

According to Ranbir Kapoor, “it’s important we remember our roots–not just Raj Kapoor, but so many filmmakers and artists who have left an indelible mark on Indian cinema,” highlighting the need of paying tribute to the industry’s forerunners.

Generations of filmmakers and viewers have been impacted by Raj Kapoor’s films, which are renowned for their innovative narrative, catchy soundtrack, and everlasting appeal.

Raj Kapoor started off as a kid actor in 1935’s “Inquilab,” but his breakthrough performance was in 1947’s “Neel Kamal.” After establishing RK Films in 1948, he went on to produce, direct, and act in an impressive body of work.

His classic films, like “Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai,” “Bobby,” and “Ram Teri Ganga Maili,” are still praised for their social significance and creative vision.