The Dhina Dhin Da actor is turning younger with time. It’s not just acting which he has a good clutch on but even singing and production. He started his career in the industry in the 80s. The actor comes from a filmy background where his Father Surinder Kapoor was a producer himself. He has even shown his acting skills in Hollywood. He is a proud father of three kids Sonam, Rhea, and Harshvardhan Kapoor.
10 Facts about Anil Kapoor
1. Son of a producer
It might come to you as a surprise but Anil does come from a middle-class family. He lived in Chembur, a small place close to Mumbai. He had a basic living, with some simple dreams which he did accomplish recently. His father was a producer himself which got him fascinated to the field of film industry. He worked really hard to accomplish his dreams and fantasies.
2. Debut film – Hamare Tumhare
He received his first gig in 1979. The music to which was given by RD Burman. This movie got him great success. His father wasn’t a filthy rich fellow so he had to work his way out to the top of the industry.
3. Married a costume designer
Anil Kapoor had an attraction to Sunita, a costume designer in the industry. In the initial stage, he didn’t think about marrying her. But later he realized it ought to happen because her parents were distraught about not marrying their little child. And currently, the couple is the most looked upon in the industry. Though his love story isn’t that intriguing, his affection just makes him succumb to Sunita and end up marrying her.
4. First lead role
‘Woh 7 Din’ was Anil’s first lead role as an actor. His father himself produced the film. The movie was a remake of the Tamil movie ‘Andha 7 Naatkal’ from 1981. The music was composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal while Anand Bakshi wrote the lyrics.
5. Worked in a Garage
In the initial period, Anil had to struggle a lot. He was an extremely self-illustrative person. His financial capacity wasn’t that good. Whatever he has on his plate today is a result of his hard work and perseverance. To him, the success seems overwhelming as he achieved such a great amount in his life. Even though he reaches the sky with his accomplishments he still has humility and humbleness in his actions.
6. Singing career
The actor has been trained in semi-classical singing. When it comes to talent he remains to be an all-rounder. He sang in ‘Pyaar kiya nahi jaata’ from ‘Woh 7 Din’ and ‘I love you’ from ‘Hamara dil aapke paas hai’. Though the actor confesses to feeling nervous and scared while singing.
7. Awards and Recognitions
Anil has had 30 glorious years in the Indian cinema. He turned into a producer with the movie ‘Gandhi, my father’. For the movie Pukar he got his second Filmfare for the best supporting actor. ‘No Entry’ got him the National Film Award for Best Actor. And for ‘Dil dhadakne Do’ he received another Filmfare award.
8. Evergreen dialogues
1)Maska hai Maska
2)Shatranj ke mohre wahi hai magar baazi palat chuki hai.
9. Wasn’t the first choice for MR. India
According to the sources, the role of Mr. India was written keeping in mind Mr. Amitabh Bacchan. But the superstar turned down the script later it was offered to Rajesh Khanna but he too couldn’t relate himself to the role of being an invisible hero. Finally, it was signed by Anil Kapoor and the movie got great buzz.
10. Doesn’t like to be called Jhakaas every time
He didn’t expect Jhakaas to be so prominent that half of the nation dances to that song. Didn’t imagine that it would occupy such a huge place in his character. His fans keep on dancing to the Jhakaas moves every time they see him. He never felt that the melody would turn into such a big blockbuster. The song makes it to the fans’ hearts.
Conclusion
An actor who is widely adored by the entire nation. The charm of his personality works both on-screen and off-screen. He believes that life is all about humor and fun. This makes him always ready to fire off humor’s retort.
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