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When Randhir Kapoor confessed he never proposed to Babita; parents stepped in instead; THROWBACK
When Randhir Kapoor confessed he never proposed to Babita; parents stepped in instead; THROWBACK

Time of India

time11 hours ago

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When Randhir Kapoor confessed he never proposed to Babita; parents stepped in instead; THROWBACK

The veteran actor once revealed that his marriage to Babita was not sealed by his proposal but by his parents' intervention. Randhir's Candid Confession In a throwback revelation that takes fans back to the golden era of Hindi cinema, veteran actor Randhir Kapoor once admitted that he never actually proposed to his wife, Babita. The confession came during an appearance on 'The Kapil Sharma Show', where he candidly shared how his parents played a decisive role in making the union happen. 'He ( Raj Kapoor ) knew but I was doing a lot of 'time pass',' Randhir recalled. 'He asked, 'Are you planning to get married?' I said, 'Yes, I will'. He said, 'When? When she is old that's when you will get married?' I didn't have to propose to her. My parents proposed to her.' From Romance To Rift Randhir and Babita's love story began in the late 1960s, when Randhir met the doe-eyed actress on the sets of 'Sangam'. Sparks flew, and after years of dating, the two tied the knot in 1971 at the Kapoor residence. The couple was soon blessed with two daughters, Karisma Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor . However, the fairy tale began to crumble in the 1980s, when Randhir's career took a downward turn. Financial troubles and his growing dependence on alcohol strained the relationship. By 1987, Babita decided to separate, and the couple began living apart, though they never legally divorced. Reunion after years apart Despite the painful chapter of separation, Babita continued to raise their daughters with resilience, both of whom went on to become leading actresses in Bollywood. Meanwhile, Randhir openly acknowledged his shortcomings as an actor and husband during that time. After nearly two decades of living separately, the couple surprised many when they reconciled in 2007, choosing to spend their later years together. "Get the latest updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."

Karisma Kapoor Kareena Kapoor share good news, Randhir Kapoor Babita ended their..., decided to spend...
Karisma Kapoor Kareena Kapoor share good news, Randhir Kapoor Babita ended their..., decided to spend...

India.com

time01-07-2025

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  • India.com

Karisma Kapoor Kareena Kapoor share good news, Randhir Kapoor Babita ended their..., decided to spend...

Randhir Kapoor separated from his wife, Babita in 1988 due to mutual differences. Now, his daughter Kareena Kapoor Khan has revealed that her parents have decided to spend the rest of their lives together. The couple never legally divorced. They lived separately, but mutual respect remained between them. After separating from Randhir, Babita raised her daughters Kareena and Karisma alone. Kareena Kapoor talked about the decision of her parents in a conversation with 'Mojo Story'. She said, 'Everyone's parents are the best parents in the world and my parents are also the best parents in the world. Now, they have decided to spend the rest of their lives holding hands, because this is where their journey started.' Babita played a special role in her career Kareena Kapoor said that she and her sister Karishma were very happy with her decision. She called it God's will. She says, 'I personally think that both have been wonderful, because my father always supported me in the things that I wanted to do in life. He is very helpful.' Kareena Kapoor admitted that her parents have a big contribution in her and her sister's career. Randhir and Babita have done films together Kareena said that her father, Randhir is proud of Babita. Randhir praises the way she raised her daughters and helped them fulfill their ambitions. Randhir-Babita got married in 1971. The couple worked together in films like 'Kal Aaj Aur Kal', but suddenly problems started in their marriage. Babita stopped doing films after marriage and decided to break the relationship in 1988. Talking about work, Kareena was last seen in the film 'Singham Again'.

‘They want to hold hands': Kareena Kapoor opens up on her parents Babita and Randhir's turbulent marriage
‘They want to hold hands': Kareena Kapoor opens up on her parents Babita and Randhir's turbulent marriage

Time of India

time01-07-2025

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  • Time of India

‘They want to hold hands': Kareena Kapoor opens up on her parents Babita and Randhir's turbulent marriage

Babita's Life After Marriage: A Career Halt Decline in Career and Struggles at Home Different Lifestyles, Different Expectations Parenting Through Separation Why They Never Divorced They married in 1971 after a brief courtship and parted ways in 1988. However, Randhir and Babita Kapoor never filed for divorce . In a candid interview with Barkha Dutt for Mojo Story, Kareena Kapoor Khan spoke about the equation between her parents today and explained even when they drifted apart, there was no loss of goodwill. She also revealed her parents have chosen to spend their twilight years together.'They've decided that they want to just spend their old age holding hands together because that's where their journey started and that's exactly where they are together,' she this reunion as a 'divine intervention,' Kareena said, 'That is something that has come full circle for Karisma and me.'Following her marriage to actor Randhir Kapoor , Babita chose to step away from the spotlight and bid farewell to her flourishing film career. Initially, everything in their married life seemed peaceful and content. However, challenges soon emerged that would change the course of their the 1980s unfolded, Randhir Kapoor's acting career began to falter. His movies failed to leave a mark at the box office, and this professional slump deeply affected him. As a way of coping, Randhir gradually turned to alcohol, which only worsened the situation. The actor has publicly acknowledged that his increasing dependence on alcohol and his erratic behavior were significant factors in the growing distance between him and Babita. His late nights and heavy drinking created tensions that neither partner could once reflected on the differences that drove them apart. He admitted that Babita disapproved of his lifestyle, while he, in turn, was unwilling to change. Despite being in a relationship founded on love, the couple found themselves at odds with one another's expectations and values. Yet amid this emotional turmoil, they chose to focus on what mattered most—their daughters.'She found that I was a terrible man who drank a lot and came home late, which was something she didn't like. And I didn't want to live the way she wanted, and she couldn't accept me as I am, though it was a love marriage. So it's okay. We had two lovely children to look after. She brought them up in the best way, and they have excelled in their careers. What else could I have asked for as a father?' he told Hindustan they have lived in separate residences since 1988, Randhir and Babita never allowed their personal issues to impact their children. They raised Karisma and Kareena Kapoor with immense love, care, and commitment. Today, both daughters are celebrated figures in Indian cinema . Despite their separation, Randhir and Babita continue to share moments together on special occasions, often seen in family gatherings and smiling for the couple parted ways over three decades ago, they never opted for a legal divorce. Randhir once expressed that there was no need for it—neither had plans to remarry, and they had already built a shared legacy through their an interview with HT, the veteran actor stated, 'Divorce for what? Why should we head for divorce? I don't intend to get married again, and neither does she."Randhir and Babita appeared in two films, 'Kal Aaj Aur Kal' and 'Jeet.'

When Karisma Kapoor had said it's an illusion that the women of the Kapoor family were not allowed to do movies: 'My father, uncle married heroines'
When Karisma Kapoor had said it's an illusion that the women of the Kapoor family were not allowed to do movies: 'My father, uncle married heroines'

Time of India

time28-05-2025

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  • Time of India

When Karisma Kapoor had said it's an illusion that the women of the Kapoor family were not allowed to do movies: 'My father, uncle married heroines'

was the first woman from the Kapoor family to have joined movies. People also still assume that actresses like Babita and Neetu Kapoor were not allowed to do films any longer after they married the Kapoor boys - Randhir and Rishi Kapoor. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now When Karsima joined movies, the actress had opened up on her decision to join movies in an old interview during her debut film 'Prem Qaidi'. Karisma had debunked this myth about the Kapoor women and said, "I don't know why everyone is under that illusion. It was their own choice. After all, my whole family is filled with actors, and my father and my uncle married heroines.' She further clarified that there are no restrictions, further stating that her father Randhir actually pushed her to act. She said, "My father encourages me to act, and he always tells me, 'Don't let the Kapoor name down.' He is the one who is very much behind me, and I take his advice. We all sit together and talk about work. I just want everyone to get this out of their mind." The actress had spoken about not letting her grand father, the legendary down as she took his legacy forward. She had said, 'I will never let my grandfather down, because I know he is up there and he is guiding me and looking over me. Even when I was a kid, he knew I was going to be an actor and told me, 'Lolo, I know you want to become an actor, but if you do become one, be the best or don't do it at all.''

Watch a zoo bear eat your ex — well, sort of
Watch a zoo bear eat your ex — well, sort of

Axios

time04-02-2025

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  • Axios

Watch a zoo bear eat your ex — well, sort of

At the Columbus Zoo, revenge is a dish best served wriggling. The intrigue: Columbus is joining the "name a disgusting creature after your ex" craze this Valentine's season with a sloth bear-feeding fundraiser. On the menu: superworms. How it works: For $15, name a worm after your ex — or anybody else you loathe — and zoo staff will feed it to bears Randhir and Heiderose. Pro tip: Order by Feb. 12 to receive a video of the bears slurping up their snacks. If you're more of a romantic, order a $30 personalized video of a penguin holding a felt heart for your "lovebird."

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