Kareena Honors Raj Kapoor with 'Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua' & 'Mera Joota Hai Japani' Performances
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Synopsis
At IIFA 2025, Kareena Kapoor honored her grandfather Raj Kapoor with remarkable performances of his iconic songs, 'Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua' and 'Mera Joota Hai Japani' from 'Shree 420'. The actress expressed her joy in celebrating her legacy during this significant event.
Key Takeaways
- Kareena Kapoor pays tribute to her grandfather, Raj Kapoor.
- Performances of 'Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua' and 'Mera Joota Hai Japani'.
- Celebration of IIFA's Silver Jubilee.
- Significance of cinema legacy and family.
- Excitement for returning to the IIFA stage.
Mumbai, March 10 (NationPress) Kareena Kapoor delivered a heartfelt tribute to her grandfather Raj Kapoor during IIFA 2025, showcasing an extraordinary performance of his beloved song 'Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua' from the film 'Shree 420'.
Additionally, she mesmerized the audience with another iconic track from 'Shree 420', 'Mera Joota Hai Japani'.
From her costumes to her expressions, Kareena's rendition was everything fans anticipated.
Both performances have been featured on the official IIFA Instagram account.
Reflecting on her IIFA performance, the 'Jab We Met' star described it as “especially close to my heart.”
Excited to grace the IIFA stage again, Kareena stated, “Celebrating Indian Cinema's Global Triumph in the Heart of Jaipur, I’m thrilled to be back on the IIFA stage after several years. What better occasion than their Silver Jubilee Edition? My journey and IIFA's have almost run parallel - we are celebrating 25 years together in cinema. This performance holds a special significance for me as it honors my legendary grandfather, Raj Kapoor, whose 100th birth anniversary was recently celebrated nationwide with immense love. It’s a surreal moment for me to connect these dots and participate in this celebration of legacy, family, and the enduring essence of cinema.”
Prior to this, Kareena tapped into her inner 'Poo' from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' during rehearsal for her grand performance at the 25th IIFA Awards ceremony.
The official IIFA Instagram shared a behind-the-scenes video of Kareena, showcasing her dressed in a white T-shirt, yoga pants, and sunglasses.
Kareena was seen stating the iconic line “Kaun hai yeh jisne dobara mudke mujhe nahi dekha, who is he?” while facing the camera.
