Randhir Kapoor on turning 70

Randhir Kapoor has always had his family around him, whether it be his father or even his brothers and daughters – all of who are associated to filmdom. The actor, who doesn’t really do many films now, has spoken about his forthcoming 70th birthday on 15th February.

He spoke about the event that will mark his birthday, according to TOI, “People want to know whether I’m throwing a party to trumpet my old age. Well, the answer is, yes, but rather than a big bash it’ll be an intimate gathering of family and a few close friends. Babita, who is still my wife, and my daughters, Karisma and Kareena, will look after my guests. They are still my family. I have three lovely grandchildren too. Taimur (Kareena’s son) will barely be two months old then but I’m hoping the other two, Samaira and Kiaan (Karisma’s children), can come to my party for a little while. But it’s a school day, so they may not be able to attend.”

On being told he doesn’t look his age, Kapoor added, “I can’t take credit for that, it’s thanks to my parent’s genes. I’ve led a happy life and I’m semi retired now. I have no regrets, no bitterness. I still have the same set of friends, the same set of girl friends, and the same set of people I meet. (Chuckles) I’m quite a boring guy really.”

He also admits that he turned down an offer to make a film on his father’s life, “Yes, I did. Nargis and Vyjayanthimala will be principal players in the biopic, there will be so many other ups and downs. Everyone is happy in their own lives, their children are our friends, why should we step on anyone’s toes? We do not wish to make money doing something like this.”

Kapoor also agreed with his brother Rishi that Aamir Khan is like their father Raj Kapoor.

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