RIP Legend: Rishi Kapoor's Life in pictures

RIP Legend: Rishi Kapoor's Life in pictures

Rishi Kapoor first appeared in films as a child artist in father Raj Kapoor's film Mera Naam Joker. Then he made his debut with Bobby in Bollywood and never looked back since.

Rishi Kapoor worked with all big stars of his time like Sridevi, Amitabh Bachchan, Padmini Kolhapuri and others. He was even considered the first 'chocolate boy' of the industry.

Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor had a filmy love story. The duo met on the sets of a film and fell in love. They got married in 1980 on 22 January

Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor features in many films together and fans used to love their chemistry

The couple was blessed with son Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Riddhima Kapoor soon after marriage. 

Rishi Kapoor was very close to his family and used to celebrate all-important occasions with them including Christmas lunches, Diwali parties among others

Rishi Kapoor used to treat his fans with many photos of his family from the early days. Fans used to love his quirky tweets and way to putting his mind forward

Rishi Kapoor always spoke his mind out. From social issues, political views to Bollywood, the actor never shied away from speaking his mind

In 2018, Rishi Kapoor was diagnosed with cancer and flew away to New York for treatment for a year. He had returned last September

Rishi Kapoor was a happy soul. Just when he returned from New York after his treatment, actor Sanjay Dutt visited him and wished for his good health