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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
When Lata Mangeshkar REFUSED to sing for Raj Kapoor's films after demanding royalty: I will sit outside your house till…'
The collaboration between Lata Mangeshkar and Raj Kapoor, though legendary, faced turbulence during 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' when Kapoor replaced Mangeshkar's brother as composer without her consent. This led to a rift, with Mangeshkar demanding royalties and avoiding Kapoor. Eventually, through mediation and Kapoor's persistence, they reconciled, allowing Mangeshkar to continue singing for his films. The legendary collaboration between Lata Mangeshkar and Raj Kapoor gave Bollywood some of its most timeless melodies, but behind the scenes, their relationship was marked by moments of tension and disagreement. One such episode during the making of Satyam Shivam Sundaram revealed the complex dynamics between the iconic singer and the visionary filmmaker—an episode that nearly ended their partnership but ultimately showcased their resilience and mutual respect. Tensions rose during Satyam Shivam Sundaram when Raj Kapoor asked Lata to bring her brother Hridaynath Mangeshkar on board for the music. She agreed, but was later shocked to learn that he had been replaced by Laxmikant-Pyarelal—without her knowledge. This incident led Lata to refuse to sing for Raj for a period, and their relationship was further strained by disagreements over royalties. Despite the ups and downs, their creative partnership left an indelible mark on Indian film music. In Raj Kapoor: The One and Only Showman, Raj Kapoor's daughter Ritu Nanda detailed a pivotal moment that strained the filmmaker's long-standing collaboration with Lata Mangeshkar. At Raj's request, Lata persuaded her brother Hridaynath Mangeshkar—who was initially reluctant—to compose the music for Satyam Shivam Sundaram, a suggestion originally made by singer Mukesh. However, while Lata was away on a US tour, Raj Kapoor quietly replaced Hridaynath with composer duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal without informing her. The unexpected move caused a serious rift between Lata and Raj, marking a low point in their otherwise iconic association. Lata Mangeshkar found the situation deeply embarrassing, especially since her brother Hridaynath had accepted the film project on her recommendation, only to face negative press that suggested otherwise. Hridaynath felt offended and humiliated by the turn of events. On returning from her tour, Lata confronted Raj Kapoor, questioning why he had replaced her brother after she had convinced him to take on the project at Raj's own request. According to Ritu Nanda, Raj Kapoor's daughter and author of Raj Kapoor: The One and Only Showman, this incident became a major point of conflict between Lata and Raj. Following the fallout, Lata began demanding royalties from Raj for the songs she recorded, as she did with other producers, and reportedly caused delays in recording sessions, making their professional relationship increasingly strained. To ease the tension between Lata Mangeshkar and Raj Kapoor, Pandit Narendra Sharma, a fatherly figure to Lata, stepped in and persuaded her to lend her voice to Satyam Shivam Sundaram, believing no other singer could do justice to the songs. However, Lata set strict conditions: she agreed to sing only if she could avoid interacting with anyone in the studio. She went as far as requesting Laxmikant Pyarelal to prevent Raj Kapoor from entering the studio during her recording sessions. Lata sang the song and left immediately without speaking to anyone. Around that time, the film Bobby was in production, and she contacted Raj Kapoor to inform him that the singers' association had instructed singers to collect royalties directly from producers. Raj's response was sharp: "I have come here to do business, not distribute royalty." Lata, unfazed, replied, "You have come here for business, and I have come to the zoo," recalling the exchange with a mix of humor and frustration. Tensions reached a boiling point, prompting Raj Kapoor to ask Laxmikant Pyarelal to mediate the ongoing cold war between him and Lata. Though she initially resisted his efforts, Lata eventually received a call from Raj Kapoor, who playfully warned her, 'If you refuse to sing for my film, I will put up a tent right outside your house.' The two eventually reconciled, with Lata going on to sing for Bobby and all the other films Raj Kapoor made throughout his career. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Nargis suffered beatings from her brother, was betrayed by Raj Kapoor, was underpaid for 10 years, stopped working with RK films after...
Nargis suffered beatings from her brother, was betrayed by Raj Kapoor, was underpaid for 10 years, stopped working with RK films after... Raj Kapoor, the original showman of Indian cinema, left a lasting legacy of films that remain fresh in the audience's mind. Not just his professional life, but also his personal life marred by a tumultuous affair with actress Nargis grabbed many headlines, leaving his fans intrigued. Their professional relationship gradually turned into love and lasted for almost a decade. Although, they became inseparable but their tragic-lover affair had no future as Raj Kapoor was already married to Krishna. Nargis's family was impetuously against her relationship with Raj Kapoor, so much so that her brother Akhtar used to beat her up constantly for being with him. But madly in love she was, Nargis put her career on hold, let go of opportunities and money, so that she could stay around Raj Kapoor. Raj Kapoor was so keen to cast Nargis in Aag , which was the first film of RK banner. So, he approached Jaddanbai, Nargis' mom, and offered to pay Rs 5000 as fees. But Nargis' brother jumped in and renegotiated the deal as he knew that his sister was already a leading actress, and got Raj to pay Rs 40,000. Following Aag, Raj kept on working with Nargis and gave her many opportunities, but never paid her what she deserved. Her undeniable love for Raj made him settle for less, and as a result of this, the finances of her family affected badly. After Nargis lost his parents, the financial responsibilities of her siblings and their family fell on her shoulders. Since the whole responsibility of her family was on her, it became more important for her to take up projects that helped her monetarily. Slowly, she realised that her association with Raj Kapoor was taking an emotional and financial toll on her. Nargis was aware that he wouldn't leave his wife for her, and she was wasting her time on him. Moreover, she was also losing work opportunities as many felt that she is only working with RK films. Also, Raj Kapoor wasn't paying her nearly what she deserve, and falsely made her believe that she was part of RK films, with no authoritsation on paper. It was during Chori Chori that Nargis asked her brother, who was her manager at that time, to look for work beyond RK sphere. Chori Chori failed, and eventually it was her last association with Raj Kapoor. Her last appearance in RK films was in Jagte Raho, and from then on she starred in new lot of films like Adalat, Lajwanti and Miss India. However, it was Mehbbob Khan's Mother India that changed her career not just professionally but also personally. It was during the making of Mother India that she met her future husband Sunil Dutt and never looked back.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This man turned villain due to fear of Raj Kapoor, became famous after his film was blockbuster, movie name was..., he is...
This man turned villain due to fear of Raj Kapoor, became famous after his film was blockbuster, movie name was..., he is... In a career spanning over 60 years, Veteran actor Prem Chopra starred in over 380 films. He created a lasting impression on masses with his ruthless villainous performances. When Prem Chopra started working in Hindi cinema, he played positive roles, but that didn't work. Soon, after working in Main Shadi Karne Chala, someone suggested him to take on villain roles, and rest as they say is history. Prem Chopra's performances in films like Teesri Manzil, Upkaar, Do Raaste , and others, proved his versatility as a villain. Not many know, but Prem Chopra had a deep connection with legendary Raj Kapoor. He is married to Raj Kapoor's sister, Krishna. When Raj Kapoor, was planning to make Bobby (1973), with his son Rishi Kapoor and newcomer Dimple Kapadia, he offered Prem a role in the film. Without any second thoughts, he said yes to him. The details of his character weren't revealed for a very long time. However, when he got to know about his role, and his infamous dialogue 'Prem naam hai mera, Prem Chopra,' that he was had to deliver, Prem got a bit hesitant to do the part. The actor wasn't happy accepting a role with only one dialogue, fearing that other filmmakers might also offer him small roles in future projects. But, lesser he knew, that his supporting screen-presence and dialogue delivery in Bobby will leave an indelible impact on audiences. Released in 1973, the film Bobby became a blockbuster, and made Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia overnight sensations. Meanwhile, Prem Chopra's last on-screen appearance was in Animal, where he was seen in cameo role as Dalbir Singh. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film starred Ranbir Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Tripti Dimri in key roles.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
'Main ye nahi karungi...'; This actress rejected this superhit film after hearing
In the early 80s, a well-known actress, admired for her charm and talent, was offered a lead role in a film that would later become a massive hit. But there was a catch, a condition she wasn't willing to accept. She walked away, standing by her values. The director, furious and determined, cast another fresh face in her place. What happened next became part of cinematic history of Indian Cinema. We are sure that you must have identified her by now. If not, let us unravel the mystery for you. The Prominent Actress of the 80s Era Here, we are talking about Bollywood actress Padmini Kolhapure. The actress is best known for films like Pyaari Behna, Insaaf Ka Tarazu, Prem Rog, Pyaar Jhukta Nahin, Prawaas and many others. Meanwhile, the actress got her first role in Raj Kapoor's Satyam Shivam Sundaram in which she played role of teenager Rupa, which was immensely praised by movie lovers. When Padmini Kolhapure Refused To… In 1982, Padmini featured alongside Bollywood superstar Rishi Kapoor in Prem Rog, which turned out to be a monstrous success for her. In 1985, Raj Kapoor decided to feature Padmini in her next project Ram Teri Ganga Maili, as the two had a very amazing working experience together, but when she heard the script, she strictly refused the offer made by the greatest showman of Bollywood and said, 'Uncle mujhe maaf kariye, main ye nahin kar paungi', because there was a kissing scene in the film which made her uncomfortable. This made Raj Kapoor angry and hence he decided to never work with the actress again and gave her role to actress Mandakini. After its initial release, the film became the biggest talk of town and landed in some controversies for its kissing and bold sequences. However, this did not affect the film, which resulted in it becoming one of biggest blockbusters of that year and also made Mandakini an overnight superstar. When Padmini Opened Up About Leaving Ram Teri Ganga Maili After many years, during a session of Rajshri Unplugged, the actress opened up about the full incident. ' When Raj uncle told me about the film, there was a kissing scene in it, I had never done such roles, so I did not want to do a kissing scene. I had no problem working with Rajiv Kapoor, but I was not comfortable kissing on screen. That's why I rejected it.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
These two daughters Raj Kapoor family couldn't become actress, were married off at a very young age, they are…
The Kapoor family has been ruling the Hindi film industry for many years. Raj Kapoor laid the foundation of the Kapoor family based on his hard work and talent, which has created a stir in the industry till now. People know Raj Kapoor's three sons very well, but very few people know his daughters. There was a time when people did not even know their faces. Let us tell you about these daughters of Raj Kapoor. Nobody knows the legendary actor of Hindi cinema Raj Kapoor today. Along with his full family, the actor gave many great artists. Today the Kapoor family dominates the industry. However, the Kapoor family, which keeps its daughters-in-law and daughters behind the scenes, kept its two daughters away from the limelight. These daughters are none other than Ritu and Reema Kapoor, about whom very few people know. Actor Raj Kapoor did not delay the marriage of his two daughters. The actor married off Reema and Ritu at the age of 18 to 20 years. Although Ritu was the youngest among the five siblings, she was married off early. Raj Kapoor loved his daughters like his other children. However, the actor did not like his daughters to work in films and appear on screen. He wanted to get his daughters married as soon as possible. Raj and Krishna Kapoor had five children. Of which three were sons and two were daughters. The three sons Rishi, Randhir and Rajiv Kapoor became actors like their father. Whereas daughters Ritu and Reema Kapoor continued with their studies. Raj Kapoor's younger daughter Ritu Kapoor was married to Rajan Nanda. Rajan Nanda was a businessman. Ritu's son Nikhil Nanda later married Amitabh Bachchan's daughter Shweta Nanda. Reema Jain loved Kumar Gaurav, both of them were even engaged. But their relationship did not last long. After that Reema Kapoor was married to Manoj Jain. Reema was married at the age of 18. Ritu Jain and Reema Jain kept a distance from the film world. They stayed away from films and kept enjoying their personal life. This is the reason why very few people know them. Of course Reema and Ritu kept a distance from the film world but they remained very close to their family. Both the sisters are beloved aunts of their family.
