In honour of late actor Rishi Kapoor's 72nd birth anniversary his spouse, Neetu Kapoor shared a touching tribute on Instagram. She posted a nostalgic picture of the cherished actor from a previous birthday party and conveyed her deep remembrance with the words, "In remembrance would have been 72 today." The picture captures the charismatic Rishi Kapoor extinguishing birthday candles dressed to impress in a sleek black tuxedo, complemented by a crisp white shirt and an elegant matching tie.
On social media, fans and friends of the deceased actor celebrated his legendary impact on Bollywood by paying heartfelt tributes. Neetu, in particular, shared touching stories from family and friends to commemorate the moment.
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni shared a heartfelt old picture of her dad Rishi and her daughter Samara taken in a moment while getting ready to slice a birthday cake. In her poignant message Riddhima expressed, “Happy Birthday Papa . How I wish you were here celebrating your special day with both your granddaughters. Your bandari Sam is all grown up and baby Raha is the cutest – she is mini you. Papa, I will always cherish the memories we shared. We miss you so much and our love for you only deepens with each passing day."
Bharat Sahni, Ridhima’s spouse, posted a treasured snapshot of their family that included Rishi, Neetu, Ranbir Kapoor, Riddhima and their daughter Samara. The picture beautifully captured the bond within the Kapoor family.
Rishi Kapoor, a beloved figure in the world of Bollywood, will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy through timeless movies like Bobby, Amar Akbar Anthony, Chandni, Deewana and Agneepath. His last film, Sharmaji Namkeen, which was released after his passing in 2022, highlighted his enduring talent and charm. Both fans and family continue to pay tribute to him by celebrating his significant impact on Indian cinema.