Karan Johar pays tribute to his 'all-time favorite' Rishi Kapoor with a touching video from 'Student of the Year'

The nation was deeply saddened by the passing of Rishi Kapoor on April 30, 2020. Affectionately known as Chintu Ji, the veteran actor left an unbeatable legacy in Bollywood. Celebrities from the film industry continue to honor his memory, reflecting on the profound influence he had on their lives and careers.

Recently, Karan Johar took to Instagram to pay homage to the legendary actor by sharing a touching video. The clip featured a scene from Johar's film 'Student of the Year', where Rishi Kapoor is seen attending the wedding of Varun Dhawan’s on-screen brother. Karan expressed his admiration for the late actor, writing, “The best! My all-time favorite! Rishi Kapoor forever!”

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Rishi's illustrious career, which spanned nearly fifty years, solidified his status as a cinematic icon. In 1980, he married actress Neetu Singh, and the couple became a beloved on-screen duo, starring together in numerous films such as Amar Akbar Anthony, Kabhi Kabhie, and Khel Khel Mein.


Meanwhile, Karan Johar recently announced his upcoming directorial project through his Instagram account. The filmmaker-producer was seen holding a draft of his script with the caption, “Untitled narration draft… Directed by Karan Johar May 25.” His most recent production, Kill, directed by Nikhil Bhat, received overwhelming responses from both critics and fans alike. It featured Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, and Tanya Maniktala in key roles.