Saba Pataudi Reflects on Shashi Kapoor’s Legacy on His Birth Anniversary
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Saba Pataudi commemorates Shashi Kapoor's birth anniversary by sharing memories and heartfelt sentiments on social media, highlighting his legacy and impact on the film industry.
Key Takeaways
- Saba Pataudi remembers Shashi Kapoor on his birthday.
- She shares cherished photos with her mother, Sharmila Tagore.
- Shashi Kapoor was a significant figure in Hindi cinema.
- He received numerous accolades, including the Padma Bhushan.
- His contributions to Indian and international films are celebrated.
Mumbai, March 19 (NationPress) Saba Pataudi, sister to Bollywood stars Saif Ali Khan and Soha Ali Khan, is honoring the birth anniversary of the legendary actor Shashi Kapoor.
Saba shared nostalgic photographs of the late actor alongside her mother, Sharmila Tagore, on her Instagram account.
In a heartfelt caption, she expressed, “Happy Birthday Shashi Uncle! You were my favorite among all of my mother's co-stars. I knew him the best. A true gentleman, a star, a kind-hearted soul, and a remarkable human being. I deeply miss your witty humor, which reminded me so much of Abba. You both must have shared that connection. The British twins yet grounded in Indian heritage. A true Legend. #happybirthday #shashikapoor #sharmilatagore (sic)”.
Shashi Kapoor was the youngest son of the esteemed Prithviraj Kapoor, the founder of the Kapoor dynasty in Hindi cinema. He began his acting journey as a child actor in 1948, appearing in his brother Raj Kapoor’s first directorial venture ‘Aag’, and transitioned to adult roles in 1961 with Yash Chopra’s political drama ‘Dharmputra’.
His breakthrough came in 1965 with major hits like ‘Waqt’ and ‘Jab Jab Phool Khile’. After a mixed phase in his career, he made a significant comeback in 1974, becoming one of the top stars of his era, featuring in iconic films from the early 1970s to the 1980s, including ‘Roti Kapada Aur Makaan’, ‘Deewaar’, ‘Chori Mera Kaam’, ‘Kabhi Kabhie’, ‘Fakira’, ‘Trishul’, ‘Kranti’, and ‘Namak Halaal’.
He garnered critical praise for roles such as a reckless chieftain in ‘Junoon’, a businessman in ‘Kalyug’, a strict father in ‘Vijeta’, and a principled journalist in ‘New Delhi Times’, for which he received the National Film Award for Best Actor. Over his career, he earned four National Film Awards and appeared in several international films.
In recognition of his contributions to Indian cinema, the Government of India awarded him the Padma Bhushan in 2011 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2014.
