{"id":52572,"date":"2024-12-12T14:40:46","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T14:40:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/12\/100-years-of-raj-kapoor-bollywood-unites-for-the-showmans-grand-celebration-n-f-times\/"},"modified":"2024-12-12T14:40:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T14:40:49","slug":"100-years-of-raj-kapoor-bollywood-unites-for-the-showmans-grand-celebration-n-f-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/12\/100-years-of-raj-kapoor-bollywood-unites-for-the-showmans-grand-celebration-n-f-times\/","title":{"rendered":"100 Years of Raj Kapoor: Bollywood Unites for the Showman\u2019s Grand Celebration &#8211; N.F Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Mumbai is gearing up for an unforgettable evening on December 13, 2024, as the Kapoor family, along with the stalwarts of the Indian film industry, come together to celebrate the centenary of the legendary Raj Kapoor. The event, hosted at PVR Infinity Mall, Andheri West, will serve as a luminous tribute to the visionary filmmaker who defined the golden era of Indian cinema.<\/p>\n<p>This one-of-a-kind event will see the entire Kapoor family, from the iconic Randhir Kapoor to the younger generation torchbearers like Ranbir Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Alia Bhatt, uniting to honor their patriarch. Their presence underscores the family\u2019s collective pride in preserving and celebrating Raj Kapoor\u2019s extraordinary legacy.<\/p>\n<p>The celebration promises to be a spectacular affair, with Bollywood\u2019s biggest names gracing the red carpet. Esteemed guests include legendary stars like Rekha and Jeetendra, cinematic visionaries like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Rajkumar Hirani, and Karan Johar, as well as leading actors like Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Kartik Aaryan, Sunny Deol, and Bobby Deol.<\/p>\n<p>As part of the grand celebration, R.K. Films, the Film Heritage Foundation, and NFDC-National Film Archive of India are presenting Raj Kapoor 100 \u2013 Celebrating the Centenary of the Greatest Showman. This festival will feature curated screenings of ten iconic Raj Kapoor films across 40 cities and 135 cinemas, including PVR-Inox and Cinepolis theaters. Tickets are priced at an accessible \u20b9100, reflecting Raj Kapoor\u2019s belief in inclusivity and his vision to make cinema a universal experience.<\/p>\n<p>The festival will spotlight Raj Kapoor\u2019s most celebrated works, spanning nearly four decades:<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Aag (1948)<br \/>\u25cf Barsaat (1949)<br \/>\u25cf Awaara (1951)<br \/>\u25cf Shree 420 (1955)<br \/>\u25cf Jagte Raho (1956)<br \/>\u25cf Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai (1960)<br \/>\u25cf Sangam (1964)<br \/>\u25cf Mera Naam Joker (1970)<br \/>\u25cf Bobby (1973)<br \/>\u25cf Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)<\/p>\n<p>During the premiere night, attendees will also witness the screening of five of Raj Kapoor\u2019s most iconic films: Awaara, Shree 420, Sangam, Mera Naam Joker, and Bobby, offering a nostalgic journey through his timeless storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>This monumental event not only honors the unparalleled contributions of Raj Kapoor to Indian cinema but also brings together the who\u2019s who of the film industry to celebrate the magic of movies that transcends generations. The Kapoor family\u2019s dedication to preserving Raj Kapoor\u2019s legacy ensures that his timeless artistry continues to inspire cinephiles worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] Mumbai is gearing up for an unforgettable evening on December 13, 2024, as the Kapoor family, along with the stalwarts of the Indian film industry, come together to celebrate the centenary of the legendary Raj Kapoor. 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