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Birthday Special: Best Movies Of The Showman Of Indian Cinema, Raj Kapoor!

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Author : Author At BB

Raj Kapoor, a renowned director, actor, and producer wooed us with his movies for many years. This legend not only changed the face of Indian Cinema but also gave some great performances, movies, and characters!

If you are a movie buff, then you must have seen many black and white classics of Raj Kapoor. His movies entertained us with lavish sets, great stories, and amazing plots and beyond everything – mesmerizing music.

Here’s a list of 5 Raj Kapoor movies that you need to watch:

Awaara:

Raj Kapoor played the role of an innocent poor man who falls in love with a rich girl. What follows is an epic tale of love that Bollywood is still drawing inspiration from. The movie immortalized the pair of Raj Kapoor and Nargis. Apart from the terrific plot and characters, it came with mesmerizing music!

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Shree 420:

How can one not remember this movie? ‘Pyaar hua ikraar hua’ is an irreplaceable song! The film centers on Raj, a poor but educated orphan who comes to Bombay with dreams of success. Kapoor’s character is heavily influenced by Charlie Chaplin’s ‘Little Tramp’, much like his character in his 1951 Awaara.

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Sangam:

Sangam not only created history by being the first color film of Bollywood but also went on to become Raj Kapoor’s Magnum Opus! Raj Kapoor’s memorable performance as an air-force officer and obsessed lover will surely make you fall a little bit in love with him!

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Aag:

Raj Kapoor played one of his most iconic roles in Aag. The character depicts the importance of independence in our thoughts and dreams. Aag was released before India attained independence and Raj Kapoor’s performance won hearts and inspired millions!

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Mera Naam Joker:

Though the movie didn’t do well at the box office, Raj Kapoor’s character lived on to win hearts of many! If you are anything like us, you have laughed, cried and experienced all types of emotions with this movie. This is a performance that truly deserves the word ‘Legendary’.

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Raj Kapoor left behind a legacy that Bollywood is still trying to match! Happy Birthday!

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