Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor recently took fans on a nostalgic journey as she revealed a heartwarming moment from her childhood — her first official dance partner was none other than her legendary grandfather, Raj Kapoor.
To commemorate International Dance Day, Karisma posted a rare black and white photograph on Instagram, capturing a precious moment of her dancing with the iconic “showman” of Indian cinema. In the photo, a young Karisma can be seen mid-step in a ballroom dance pose with Raj Kapoor. Dressed in a cute skirt and top, Karisma looked like a little diva, while Raj Kapoor kept it simple in pants and a shirt.
Sharing the post, the Shakti actress wrote,
“On the occasion of International Dance Day sharing my first official Dance... Couldn’t have asked for a better dance partner.”
Her touching words and the classic image quickly melted hearts across the internet.
A Grandfather’s Special Bond
The connection between Karisma and Raj Kapoor goes deeper than dance. According to Ritu Nanda’s book, Raj Kapoor: The One and Only Showman, there’s a remarkable anecdote from the day Karisma was born. The entire Kapoor family had rushed to the hospital to welcome the new baby — everyone except Raj Kapoor.
The reason? Raj Kapoor had jokingly stated that he would only visit the baby if she had blue eyes, just like his own. When it was confirmed that newborn Karisma indeed had blue eyes, the legendary filmmaker was overwhelmed with joy and finally visited her. This story underscores the special bond Karisma shared with her grandfather, a relationship that would go on to deeply influence her life and career.
Karisma Kapoor’s Comeback with “Brown”
On the professional front, Karisma Kapoor is set to make a powerful comeback with the series “Brown”. The show, directed by Abhinay Deo, features Karisma in the role of Rita Brown, a detective and recovering alcoholic investigating the mysterious murder of a young woman from a reputed family.
The series boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Surya Sharma, Helen, Soni Razdan, Meghna Malik, Jisshu Sengupta, K.K. Raina, Ajinkya Deo, Aniruddh Roy, and Kiara Sadh. Produced by Rithika Rajachandran and Satrajit Sen, Brown is believed to be based on the 2016 crime novel “City of Death” by Abheek Barua.
Describing her character, Karisma said Rita Brown is a “unique and multifaceted” role — a refreshing change from the typical glamor roles of the past and a testament to her evolving artist. From dancing with her grandfather Raj Kapoor as a child to portraying layered roles on screen, Karisma Kapoor continues to charm audiences with her talent and grace. Her post on International Dance Day is not just a celebration of dance, but also a touching tribute to the everlasting bond between a granddaughter and her iconic grandfather.