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In a moving tribute that was put up in 2021, actress Karisma Kapoor posted a rare and nostalgic black-and-white picture of three of Bollywood's biggest legends - Dilip Kumar , Dev Anand , and her grandfather Raj Kapoor . The picture splendidly captures the spirit of an era when these three thespians dominated the scene, representing the golden era of Hindi cinema from the 1950s and 60s. Karisma Kapoor's caption on Instagram was plain and simple, "The legendary trio," with red heart emojis and folded hands, entirely echoing the respect and love she has for these movie legends. The picture is of the trio in formal wear, smiling candidly at the camera, a time-defying snap that brings alive the chemistry and charm of these legends. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karisma Kapoor (@therealkarismakapoor) The legends in focus Dilip Kumar Commonly referred to as the 'Tragedy King' of Indian cinema, he was famous for his powerful and subtle performances. He had a career of more than five decades, with blockbuster films such as 'Devdas' (1955), 'Mughal-e-Azam' (1960), and 'Naya Daur' (1957). Dilip Kumar's talent as an actor earned him various honors, including the iconic Dadasaheb Phalke Award. He passed on July 7, 2021, the end of an era. Dev Anand With an evergreen and charismatic screen presence, he was an artist renowned for his acting and directing. 'Guide' (1965), 'Jewel Thief' (1967), and 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna' (1971) are a few of his remarkable contributions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover Effortless Glucose Monitoring: Request a Free Trial Dexcom Try Now Undo Anand was acclaimed for his distinct dialogue delivery and a virile spark that enchanted viewers for decades. He passed in 2011, leaving an affluent legacy behind. Raj Kapoor Karisma Kapoor's grandfather and a legendary film director and actor, was popularly referred to as the 'Showman of Indian Cinema'. His movies, such as 'Awaara' (1951), 'Shree 420' (1955), and 'Mera Naam Joker' (1970) are classics that set the tone for Bollywood's narrative trend and social commentary. Raj Kapoor's efforts resulted in international recognition and various awards before his passing in 1988. Through Karisma's nostalgic post, fans and cinephiles are invited to revisit the magic of these legendary actors who not only entertained millions but also laid the foundation of modern Indian cinema.
News18
22 minutes ago
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Thug Life Row Reaches SC, Plea Challenging Ban On Kamal Haasan's Film To Be Heard
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Time of India
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'Thug Life' box office collection Day 5: Kamal Haasan sees collections from on first Monday; film makes it past Rs 40 crore mark
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