Shakti Kapoor, a legendary figure in the realm of Bollywood comedy, has had a remarkable career spanning over three decades, with an impressive repertoire of more than 300 films to his credit.
Throughout his illustrious journey, he has consistently received nominations for the prestigious Filmfare Award in the Best Comedian category, a testament to his unparalleled comedic prowess.
One of the most notable aspects of his career is his on-screen pairing with the iconic comedian Kader Khan, where he often played the role of the latter's son, resulting in a plethora of laugh-out-loud comedies that left audiences in stitches.
In the cutthroat world of Indian cinema, where the industry often struggled to compete with its American counterpart in terms of serving the audience's appetite for "sex and violence," Shakti Kapoor emerged as one of the most recognizable faces of the eclectic film industry.
Some of his most memorable performances include his iconic role as Nandu in the David Dhawan masterpiece, Raja Babu, which further cemented his status as a comedy legend in the eyes of the Indian film fraternity.
