Ranbir Kapoor recently attended IFFI 2024 in Goa to commemorate the 100th year of his grandfather Raj Kapoor. During a conversation with acclaimed director Rahul Rawail, Ranbir announced that the Kapoor family will host the Raj Kapoor Film Festival from December 13 to 15, celebrating the immense legacy of the legendary filmmaker. Reflecting on the importance of preserving such legacies, Ranbir shared a personal story, describing how Alia Bhatt once asked, “Who is Kishore Kumar?” Him. IFFI 2024: Ranbir Kapoor looks stylish at Mumbai airport as he leaves for Goa for the 55th edition of the film festival (watch video),
“Who is Kishore Kumar?” asked Alia Bhatt
Sharing an anecdote at the 55th International Film Festival of India in Goa, Ranbir Kapoor said, “There are a lot of people who have not seen her work. For example, when I met Alia for the first time, she asked me, ‘Kishore Who is Kumar? It’s just the circle of life – artists are forgotten, and new artists emerge. It’s important that we remember our roots.” His comment prompted a surprised audience member to shout, “Are you crazy?” This was followed by strong reactions from the crowd. IFFI 2024: Naga Chaitanya and Shobhita Dhulipala attend the film festival in Goa ahead of their wedding (watch video),
Ranbir Kapoor at IFFI
About Kishore Kumar
Indian music legend Kishore Kumar has left an indelible mark on the industry. His versatile voice and captivating performances have made him one of the most influential singers of all time. Kumar has collaborated with renowned music directors and contributed to a vast repertoire of songs in various Indian languages. His iconic tracks, including “These nights and seasons,We will love each other,” And “Hello hello ji,“Continue to enthrall the audience.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Ranbir Kapoor was last seen in the blockbuster Animal With Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Bobby Deol. His next big project is RamayanaAn epic drama directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The film will be released in two parts in 2026 and 2027. In this much-awaited adaptation, Ranbir will play the role of Lord Ram.