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Raj Kapoor, born in 1924, was a legendary Indian actor, director, and producer, hailed as "The Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema" and often compared to Charlie Chaplin. His iconic films like Awaara and Shree 420 gained global acclaim. He passed away in 1988 due to asthma complications.

In a rare 1990 interview, a young Karisma Kapoor challenged Kapoor family traditions by entering Bollywood, a path previously restricted to the family's men. She recounted her supportive grandfather, Raj Kapoor, and her initial, welcoming experience on the set of Nishchay with Salman Khan and Reema Lagoo. Karisma's decision marked a turning point, defying expectations for Kapoor women.