Description: (Actor Known for His Films, ‘Awaara’, ‘Boot Polish’ and Referred as 'The Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema')
Raj Kapoor was a renowned Indian actor, film director, and producer in the Hindi cinema industry. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Indian cinema and received numerous awards, including three National Film Awards and 11 Filmfare Awards. Inspired by Charlie Chaplin, he portrayed iconic characters like The Tramp in movies such as Awaara and Shree 420. His films achieved global success and garnered international acclaim, notably at events like the Cannes Film Festival. Kapoor was recognized with the Padma Bhushan in 1971 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1987 for his significant contributions to the arts.