On the occasion of Raj Kapoor’s 100th birth anniversary on December 14, Film Heritage Foundation, and NFDC-National Film Archive of India will showcase his classic films in theatres under the retrospective titled ‘Raj Kapoor 100’. From December 13 to December 15, this retrospective will screen Awaara (1951), Shree 420 (1955), Sangam (1964) and Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), among others across 40 cities and 135 cinemas in India.
The movie tickets for the screenings will be priced at Rs 100 across all participating cinemas. Speaking about the re-release of Raj's films on his birth centenary, Ranbir Kapoor said, “We take immense pride in being members of the Raj Kapoor family. Our generation stands on the shoulders of a giant whose films captured the spirit of their time and gave a voice to the common man over decades. His timeless stories continue to inspire, and this festival is our way of honoring that magic and inviting everyone to experience his legacy on the big screen. See you at the movies!”
Randhir Kapoor added, “Raj Kapoor was not just a filmmaker; he was a visionary who shaped the emotional landscape of Indian cinema. His stories are more than just films; they are powerful, emotional journeys that connect generations of viewers. This festival is our humble tribute to the greatness of his vision.”
Here is a list of all films that will be screened during the retrospective:
1) Aag (1948)
2) Barsaat (1949)
3) Awaara (1951)
4) Shree 420 (1955)
5) Jagte Raho (1956)
6) Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai (1960)
7) Sangam (1964)
8) Mera Naam Joker (1970)
9) Bobby (1973)
10) Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)
Raj Kapoor (1924–1988) was fondly referred to as “The Greatest Showman,” and was a filmmaker, actor, and producer who built a legacy of films through his storytelling and vision. Born to Prithviraj Kapoor, he carved his own identity, beginning as a child actor in Inquilab (1935) and later founding the iconic R.K. Films studio in 1948.
Raj's accolades include the Padma Bhushan (1971), the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (1988), and numerous Filmfare Awards. His films like Awaara and Boot Polish competed at the Cannes Film Festival, and Jagte Raho won the Crystal Globe at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
