Kapoor family elder had pushed for Ranbir-Deepika's marriage: 'Both are tall and good-looking'
Did you know a legendary Kapoor once rooted for a Ranbir-Deepika wedding? Shammi Kapoor, enchanted by their charm and compatibility, publicly wished to see them as a couple. Dive into this nostalgic tale of old-school matchmaking, unexpected family lunches, and a Bollywood pairing that almost was—but wasn't.
Long before Ranbir-Alia or Deepika-Ranveer became household names, veteran actor Shammi Kapoor had his eyes set on a different Bollywood fairytale. He believed Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone made a 'wonderful pair' and even hoped they'd marry.
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Before Bollywood's power couples found their forever partners, an unexpected voice from the Kapoor family had his own fairy-tale pairing in mind. The legendary Shammi Kapoor , known for his flamboyant charm and timeless screen presence, once openly rooted for a wedding between his grandson Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone.In a candid 2010 interview with Zoom, Shammi Kapoor fondly reminisced about the time he met Deepika and immediately saw potential for more than just a fleeting romance between her and Ranbir. 'They are a wonderful pair. Isn't it? He is tall, she is tall, he is good-looking, she is good-looking,' he mused, adding with a laugh, 'Humare time pe nahi thi aisi ladkiyan.'Deepika, who had visited Shammi Kapoor's home for coffee, made quite an impression on the veteran actor. In a rather serendipitous sequence of events, Ranbir had visited for lunch soon after. Shammi was quick to dispel any matchmaking conspiracies. 'There's nothing like we have knived to get Deepika into the house,' he joked, recalling how the family—including his wife and granddaughters—enjoyed a warm gathering with the rising star.Shammi Kapoor's admiration for Deepika wasn't just limited to her beauty and poise. He acknowledged her dedication to her career and saw no harm in supporting a potential union with Ranbir—if they felt it was right for them. 'She is going to remain single for some time and then when the time is right, I'll ask her to get married to Ranbir,' he had said with grandfatherly affection.Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone's love story began on the sets of Bachna Ae Haseeno , capturing the imagination of millions. However, like many young love stories in the public eye, theirs fizzled out with time. The two parted ways but continued to share mutual respect, even working together in films post-breakup—something rare and commendable in the film industry.Their lives eventually took different turns. Ranbir tied the knot with Alia Bhatt in an intimate ceremony in April 2022. Their daughter, Raha, was born later that year. Deepika, meanwhile, married longtime boyfriend Ranveer Singh in a picturesque ceremony in Italy in 2018. The couple recently stepped into parenthood, welcoming their daughter, Dua, in 2024.Professionally, both stars continue to ride high. Deepika is rumoured to be cast opposite Shah Rukh Khan in King, though no official confirmation has arrived. Ranbir, on the other hand, is headlining Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious Ramayana, alongside a star-studded ensemble including Sai Pallavi and Yash. He's also set to reunite with Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Love & War, co-starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal.While the Shammi Kapoor dream pairing never turned into a real-life saga, his fond endorsement of the duo lives on as a nostalgic what-if in Bollywood lore—a reminder of a moment in time when two rising stars held not just the media's gaze, but also the blessings of a legendary Kapoor.
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