Lesser known facts about late Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor

By Lokmat English Desk | Published: April 30, 2020 02:54 PM2020-04-30T14:54:15+5:302020-04-30T14:54:30+5:30

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Rishi Kapoor was born on September 4 in Raj Kapoor's family. Raj Kapoor was also given the opportunity to work in film by his father.

Rishi Kapoor has two siblings, Randhir and Rajiv. But among these three, Rishi was very naughty from childhood.

Rishi Kapoor first appeared with his father Raj Kapoor in the song Pyaar Hui Ekrar Hua from Shri 420. He then acted in the film Mera Naam Joker.

Rishi Kapoor had acted in the English film Don't Stop Dreaming. The film was directed by Shammi Kapoor's son Aditya Raj Kapoor.

Rishi Kapoor has acted in more than 100 romantic films. He was one of the famous romantic heroes in Bollywood.

Hina, starring Rishi Kapoor, was to be directed by Raj Kapoor. But after his death, Randhir Kapoor directed the film.

Rishi Kapoor has worked with many budding actresses. It would not be wrong to say that Rishi was the only actor to work with the most budding actresses.

Neetu Singh and Rishi Kapoor got married after many years of relationship. Their onscreen duo was a huge hit during the 70s and 80s.

Rishi Kapoor had gone abroad for treatment after being diagnosed with cancer. He had returned to India after 11 months of treatment. During this time his wife Neetu Singh was constantly with him.

Rishi and Neetu have two children Ranbir and Ridhima. Ridhima is married and has a daughter.