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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ranbir Kapoor's 'Awaara' look sparks rumours of a Raj Kapoor tribute; watch video
Raj Kapoor, born in 1924, was a legendary Indian actor, director, and producer, hailed as "The Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema" and often compared to Charlie Chaplin. His iconic films like Awaara and Shree 420 gained global acclaim. He passed away in 1988 due to asthma complications. Raj Kapoor , celebrated as Indian cinema's greatest showman and often compared to Charlie Chaplin, passed away in 1988. Now, his grandson Ranbir Kapoor is preparing a heartfelt tribute. A video of Ranbir, striking a resemblance to his grandfather's iconic look, is currently making waves across social media platforms. The Iconic Look Recreated Ranbir was spotted stepping out of his vanity van wearing a sleek black blazer over a matching black shirt and ankle-length trousers. He accessorized with a black hat and carried a cloth bundle tied to a stick, perfectly recreating the iconic look of his grandfather Raj Kapoor from the famous 1955 film 'Shree 420', especially reminiscent of the song "Mera Joota Hai Japani." The resemblance between grandfather and grandson was unmistakable in the clip. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@ Speculation and Silence The actor kept quiet about the reason behind his look, simply smiling warmly and waving at the cameras. Yet, fans are buzzing with speculation, wondering if he's honoring his grandfather or gearing up for a remake of the classic song. The official word is still awaited, leaving everyone eager for news. Remembering Raj Kapoor For the unversed, Raj Kapoor passed away on June 2, 1988, at the age of 63 due to complications arising from asthma, which led to kidney and heart failure. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Accounting Automation Software Might Help You To Earn More Accounting Automation Software | Search ads Undo He suffered an acute asthma attack during a ceremony where he was to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and was hospitalized for about a month before his death in New Delhi. Ranbir's Upcoming Projects Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor is all set to star in the grand epic 'Ramayana', with the first part scheduled to release on Diwali 2026 and the second part following in Diwali 2027. He will take on the role of Ram, joined by Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, and Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, promising a spectacular retelling of the timeless saga.
Indian Express
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Georgian musician surprises Indian with Raj Kapoor song: ‘Didn't have white man vibing to Mera Joota Hai Japani on my 2025 bingo card'
A street musician in Tbilisi, Georgia, left an Indian traveller awestruck when he broke into an unexpected performance of the iconic Raj Kapoor song ' Mera Joota Hai Japani '. This heartwarming moment quickly went viral, earning admiration from Indians all over the world. Shreya, a travel content creator who loves sharing her unique experiences around the globe, posted the video of the talented Georgian accordion player serenading her with the classic tune from the 1955 film Shree 420. She was so surprised by the impromptu performance that she jokingly mentioned she never expected to see a 'white man in Georgia vibing to Mera Joota Hai Japani' on her 2025 bingo card. She added, 'Tipped him and walked away like I just funded art.' Watch the video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by listenshreyaaa (@listenshreyaaa) The song, originally sung by Mukesh, is a quintessential Raj Kapoor number that has stood the test of time. The video sparked an outpouring of appreciation online. Many users recognised him in the comments. A user shared, 'I met him in the same spot at Narikala hills. He even sang some Filipino and Egyptian song. Really talented guy. He is a huge fan and calls himself Georgian Raj Kapoor.' Another user wrote, 'the fact that he knows what the lyrics mean. this man knows his art.' A third individual commented, 'So everyone who's been to tbilisi has met this man? Nice.' A fourth person commented, 'Raj Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty and their movies were WILDLY POPULAR in the USSR, especially Amongst the Brezhnev era population.' The viral moment highlights the enduring legacy of Raj Kapoor in the former USSR where his films like Awaara and Shree 420 were hugely popular. In fact, Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty became household names, with films being dubbed into Russian. Disco Dancer and its hit song ' Jimmy Jimmy Aaja Aaja ' were cultural milestones in the USSR, further cementing the bond between Bollywood and Russian audiences.
NDTV
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Georgian Musician's Rendition Of 'Mera Joota Hai Japani' Wins Hearts Online
A street musician in Georgia is winning the internet with his soulful rendition of the classic Bollywood song 'Mera Joota Hai Japani'. A video of the impromptu performance, shared on Instagram by Indian travel content creator Shreya, has gone viral, drawing admiration from audiences in India and beyond. The clip, filmed in Tbilisi, features a Georgian accordion player singing the iconic Raj Kapoor number from the 1955 film Shree 420. The content creator, taken by surprise, described the moment as "wholesome" and captioned the video with a touch of humour: "When a random white guy in Tbilisi sings old Bollywood better than your cousins at antakshari." In the caption, she added, "Didn't have 'white man in Georgia vibing to Mera Joota Hai Japani' on my 2025 bingo card. Tipped him and walked away like I just funded art." View this post on Instagram A post shared by listenshreyaaa (@listenshreyaaa) The video, which has garnered over 3.6 lakh views, struck a chord with many Instagram users. One user recalled Raj Kapoor's massive popularity worldwide: "Raj Kapoor was a sensation all over the world, especially in Turkey and the Soviet Union. My Turkish guide said his mother watched Awara eight times in theatres." Another commenter wrote, "I met the same guy at Narikala Hills- he even sang Filipino and Egyptian songs. He's so talented and calls himself the 'Georgian Raj Kapoor'." A third said, "He mixed in a Mithun Chakraborty song when he heard we were from Bengal. So glad his talent is being appreciated on social media." The song, originally sung by Mukesh and filmed on Raj Kapoor, remains one of the most iconic Bollywood tracks, known for its patriotic undertones and enduring global appeal.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Georgian musician surprises Indian traveller, delivers flawless rendition of ‘Mera Joota Hai Japani'. Watch
A street performer in Tbilisi, Georgia shocked an Indian traveller when he broke into an impromptu performance of an iconic Raj Kapoor song. Now, the video of the heartwarming performance has gone viral and earned admiration from Indians across the world. Travel content creator @listenshreyaaa, who regularly shares unique discoveries from her journey around the world, posted a video of a Georgian accordian player who decided to serenade her with 'Mera Joota Hai Japani'. "When a random white guy in Tbilisi sings old Bollywood better than your cousins/friends at antakshari," she wrote about the video. Shreya was pleasantly surprised by the sudden serenade and shared her shock saying that she didn't have "white man in Georgia vibing to Mera Joota Hai Japani" on her 2025 bingo card. "Tipped him and walked away like I just funded art," she said. A post shared by listenshreyaaa (@listenshreyaaa) The iconic song, sung by Mukesh for the 1955 comedy drama 'Shree 420' was filmed on Raj Kapoor. The video earned praise online with many Indians pointing out his understanding of the lyrics apart from the appreciation of the music. 'The fact that he knows what the lyrics mean. This man knows his art,' said one of them. It might come as a surprise to many but Bollywood songs and movies were extremely popular in the Soviet Union of which Georgia was a part. The USSR, seeking to foster cultural exchange and soften its soft power, actively promoted Indian cinema, especially in the face of Western influence. A number of Bollywood films were dubbed or subtitled in Russian with Raj Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty becoming household names in the USSR. Apart from Raj Kapoor's "Chaplinesque" roles, Mithun Chakraborty's film "Disco Dancer" and the song "Jimmy Jimmy Aaja Aaja" became a cultural phenomenon in USSR. Kapoor's films Awaara (1951) and Shree 420 (1955) became the highest-grossing productions in Russia turning him into a sensation. The popularity of Bollywood films died down after decades as the Soviet Union disintegrated.
