Rishi Kapoor - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 04, 1952 |
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| Died | April 30, 2020 (age 67) |
| Birthplace | Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Rishi Kapoor's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring in iconic Bollywood films such as 'Bobby' (1973), 'Chandni' (1989), and 'Amar Akbar Anthony' (1977), and for being a prominent member of the Kapoor acting dynasty. |
Intro
Rishi Kapoor was a renowned Indian actor, director, and producer, celebrated for his work in Hindi cinema over five decades. He was a member of the famous Kapoor family and became known for his charismatic screen presence and versatility in both romantic and character roles.
Early Life & Background
Rishi Kapoor was born into the legendary Kapoor family, regarded as Bollywood's first family. He was the son of celebrated actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor and Krishna Kapoor. Growing up, he was surrounded by cinema and acting, making his debut on screen at an early age in his father's film.
Career Highlights
- Made his acting debut as a child in 'Mera Naam Joker' (1970)
- Rose to fame as a romantic hero in 'Bobby' (1973)
- Starred in popular films such as 'Khel Khel Mein' (1975), 'Sargam' (1979), 'Karz' (1980), 'Amar Akbar Anthony' (1977), and later in character roles in films like 'Kapoor & Sons' (2016) and '102 Not Out' (2018)
- Won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for 'Bobby' (1973)
- Received the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for 'Mera Naam Joker' (1970)
Trivia
- Part of the Kapoor family's third generation in Bollywood.
- Married actress Neetu Singh in 1980; their son, Ranbir Kapoor, is also a prominent Bollywood actor.
- Published his autobiography 'Khullam Khulla: Rishi Kapoor Uncensored' in 2017.
- Passed away on April 30, 2020, after a long battle with leukemia.
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Rishi Kapoor was born the 4 September 1952.
Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India.
On His Birth-Day
About September 4th, 1952, in brief:
- Historical events: Rishi Kapoor, a prominent figure in Indian cinema, was born on September 4, 1952. He gained fame for his roles in numerous Bollywood films and was known for his versatility as an actor, contributing significantly to the film industry.
- Day of the week: September 4th, 1952 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Should Care by Ralph Flanagan & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: High Noon directed by Fred Zinnemann
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