On March 18, 2026, Anil Kapoor took to social media to remember veteran actor Shashi Kapoor on his birth anniversary, sharing a series of throwback photographs along with a personal note reflecting on their association over the years.
In his message, Kapoor recalled how his connection with Shashi Kapoor began during his childhood, when he played the younger version of the late actor in the film Tu Payal Mein Geet. He noted that the experience left a lasting impression on him and marked the beginning of a journey shaped by admiration for the senior actor.
Kapoor also shared that Shashi Kapoor was among the first in the film industry to recognise his interest in acting. He remembered receiving the Dilip Kumar Actor’s Trophy from him during his college days, describing it as a significant moment at a time when he was still trying to establish himself. Reflecting on his personality, Kapoor described Shashi Kapoor as a gentleman who carried a deep love for cinema, both as an actor and as a producer.
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He further acknowledged Shashi Kapoor’s contribution beyond acting, mentioning his role in the creation of the iconic Prithvi Theatre, which remains an important space for theatre and storytelling in Mumbai. Kapoor expressed gratitude for the encouragement he received from him over the years, from childhood through the early phase of his acting career.
Shashi Kapoor is widely regarded as one of the most influential actors in Hindi cinema. Over the course of his career, he received several honours, including four National Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards. The Government of India conferred upon him the Padma Bhushan in 2011, followed by the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2014 in recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema.
He passed away on December 4, 2017, with his death attributed to liver cirrhosis.
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