The Kapoor Family
Bollywood's most enduring acting dynasty, founded by the 'first family of Indian cinema' and continuing through four generations of leading stars.
Prithviraj Kapoor
Actor · b. 1906–1972
Pioneering stage and film actor considered the patriarch of Bollywood's most famous acting family, founder of the Prithvi Theatre.
Notable Works
- Mughal-e-Azam
- Sikandar
- Vidyapati
Raj Kapoor
Actor, Director · b. 1924–1988
Prithviraj's son, a legendary actor-director often called the 'Showman of Indian Cinema' who built the RK Films studio.
Notable Works
- Awaara
- Shree 420
- Mera Naam Joker
Ranbir Kapoor
Actor · b. 1982
Raj's grandson and Prithviraj's great-grandson, one of contemporary Bollywood's leading stars.
Notable Works
- Barfi!
- Sanju
- Animal
Kareena Kapoor
Actress · b. 1980
Great-granddaughter of Prithviraj through his son Randhir Kapoor, one of Bollywood's most successful leading actresses.
Notable Works
- Jab We Met
- 3 Idiots
- Chameli