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Karisma Kapoor Mesmerized by Rishi Kapoor's Karz, Calls Him Exceptional Talent

Karisma Kapoor revealed in a singing reality show promo that the 1980 film *Karz*, starring her uncle Rishi Kapoor, is her all-time favorite. She recalled being mesmerized by the film's music, performances, and script, which she felt was ahead of its time. Kapoor praised Rishi Kapoor as an incredible and versatile talent who excelled in intense, comedic, and dance roles. The film, a cult classic about rebirth and revenge, starred Rishi Kapoor alongside Tina Munim and Simi Garewal.

Key Points: Karisma Kapoor Reveals Karz is Her Favorite Rishi Kapoor Film

  • Karisma's favorite film is Karz
  • Praises Rishi Kapoor's genre versatility
  • Highlights film's iconic music and score
  • Calls the script ahead of its time
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Karisma Kapoor recalls being mesmerized by Rishi Kapoor's Karz, calls him exceptional talent of Bollywood

Karisma Kapoor recalls being mesmerized by Rishi Kapoor's performance in the 1980 film Karz, praising his exceptional talent and the movie's ahead-of-its-time script.

Karisma Kapoor recalls being mesmerized by Rishi Kapoor's Karz, calls him exceptional talent of Bollywood
"He was one of the most exceptional talents, I feel, in the industry. - Karisma Kapoor"

Mumbai, April 6

In the upcoming episode of singing reality show, Karisma Kapoor will be seen revealing her favourite movie featuring the late star and her uncle Rishi Kapoor.

In the latest promo shared by the host channel, Karisma was seen revealing how Rishi Kapoor's movie Karz has been all time favourite from the Kapoor clan.

"Main ek baat kahu, that Karz, I think that is my favourite movie of Chintu uncle," said Karisma.

She further added, "Main kaafi choti thi, but I was mesmerized with this film, aur wo jo background score hai, 'Tu Ru Ru.. Tu Ru Ru,' that title track, the music in that film, the performances, woh joh script bhi thi, I think, ahead of its times, thi uss time ke liye."

She added, "Toh I think to see an incredible talent like Chintu uncle, move to that kind of genre was amazing. Woh performance bhi karte the, intensity bhi, comedy bhi aur dance bhi karte the. He was one of the most exceptional talents, I feel, in the industry."

For the uninitiated, Rishi Kapoor fondly known as Chintu, was the second son of iconic actor-director Raj Kapoor and the grandson of Prithviraj Kapoor.

Talking about the movie Karz, it was released in 1980 and starred Rishi Kapoor, Tina Munim and Simi Garewal in important roles.

The film's iconic track Ek Haseena thi Om Shanti Om went on to became chartbusters and are even considered superhits today.

The movie is based on rebirth, revenge and thrill.

Talking about Rishi Kapoor, the actor had been a part of the Bollywood industry for more than four decades.

On the personal front, he married actress Neetu Singh and the couple were parents to Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor and jewellery designer Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.

In a tragic turn of events, Rishi Kapoor passed away in April 2020 after battling cancer.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The Kapoor family's contribution to Indian cinema is unmatched. Rishi Kapoor was a gem. From Bobby to Karz to his later character roles, he had such incredible range. Miss him on screen.
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Aman W
I respect the sentiment, but I feel we sometimes over-glorify older films. The concept was good for its time, but the execution feels a bit dated now. Still, Rishi Kapoor's energy was undeniable.
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Sarah B
As someone who grew up outside India, discovering these classic Bollywood films has been a joy. Karz's soundtrack is phenomenal. It's beautiful to see this intergenerational appreciation within the family.
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Karthik V
Chintu uncle indeed! He brought so much life to every role. It's not just about acting, it was the *jhakaas* style and that signature charm. Today's actors can learn a lot about screen presence from him.
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Nisha Z
My parents had this movie on VCR and we watched it so many times! The rebirth story had us hooked as kids. Rishi Kapoor, Tina Munim, Simi Garewal - what a cast. Pure nostalgia. ❤️

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