Remember Joker? No, not the Hollywood one, but the one that was released in 1970? Where the joker was not psychotic but was adored by everyone? Raj Kapoor’s Joker? Yes, I am talking about that one. It was of the blue-eyed guy who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema, Raj Kapoor. There’s no doubt in calling him the Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema. He will be a legend beyond comparison for years to come.
Raj Kapoor was an actor, producer and director who changed the face of the Indian Cinematic Universe. Don’t you agree he deserves all the credit coming his way? He entered cinema during the time when Indian cinema was in its formative years. At 24 years of age, he established RK Studios. All his films held a message to be learnt and he made films his sole purpose.
Some of his films that are a must to be remembered
Bobby,1973
A film that surely made us all cry and showed that not all love stories have a happy ending. A teenage love story between two different class people, but it surely left us all teary eyed. Also, a teenage love story was surely a bold move for its time.
Mera Naam Joker, 1970
This movie revolves around the different shades of our lives. This movie has some strong songs that made their way into our hearts. It is now a classic.
Barsaat, 1949
This film has Bollywood’s favourite couple Raj Kapoor and Nargis. It is an all time favourite for everyone who watched it.
Satyam Shivam Sundaram,1978
This one was ahead of its time. There was huge criticism from the people for its eroticism and scandalous neckline of Zeenat Aman. It also had some love making scenes that were a huge oh-no at that time.
Which are your Raj Kapoor favourites? Let us know in the comments below!
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