Nostalgia alert! Neetu Kapoor shares priceless picture with Rishi Kapoor as she recalls the day when they got engaged

ANI April 13, 2025 217 views

Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor transported fans to her romantic past by sharing a touching engagement memory with late husband Rishi Kapoor. The black-and-white photograph captures their youthful love, reminding fans of their incredible journey together. The couple, who starred in numerous hit films, were married in 1980 and had two children, including actor Ranbir Kapoor. Their timeless love story continues to inspire generations of Bollywood fans, even after Rishi Kapoor's untimely demise in 2020.

"Was engaged on this day in 1979" - Neetu Kapoor
Mumbai, April 13: Veteran actor Neetu Kapoor, time and again, treats fans of late star Rishi Kapoor to his priceless and vintage pictures from the past. This Sunday was no exception.

Key Points

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Vintage photo captures young Neetu and Rishi's love story

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Couple starred in multiple iconic Bollywood films together

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Married in 1980 and had two children, Riddhima and Ranbir

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Rishi Kapoor passed away in 2020 after battling leukemia

Neetu took a stroll down memory lane and shared a throwback black-and-white photo of herself with Rishi Kapoor on Instagram Stories, reflecting on her engagement.

"Was engaged on this day in 1979 (two hearts emoji) time flies," she captioned the post.

In the black and white picture, the young couple smiled as they looked away from the camera.

Rishi and Neetu got married on January 22, 1980, and were blessed with two children, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and superstar Ranbir Kapoor.

Back in the 70s and 80s, the couple starred in several hits together like Amar Akbar Anthony, Khel Khel Mein, Rafoo Chakkar, Kabhi Kabhie, Besharam, and many more, inspiring generations with both their on-screen and off-screen romance.

Often branded as Bollywood's first chocolate boy, Rishi reached the heights of stardom in the film industry with iconic roles in blockbuster hits like Bobby, Chandni, Karz, and many others.

Rishi Kapoor died on April 30, 2020, at the age of 67, after a two-year battle with leukemia. His last film, Sharmaji Namkeen, was shot with Paresh Rawal, as the actor's portions of the film were incomplete.

Reader Comments

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Priya S.
This makes my heart melt! They were truly the golden couple of Bollywood ❤️ Their chemistry was unmatched both on and off screen. Miss seeing Rishi Kapoor's charm on the big screen.
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Amit K.
While I appreciate the nostalgia, I wish the article had included more details about their early days together. Their love story deserves more than just a brief mention.
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Sunita R.
Kabhi Kabhie was my favorite movie of theirs! The songs, the romance... everything was perfect. This throwback photo brings back so many memories 😊
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Rahul M.
Can we just appreciate how Neetu Kapoor keeps Rishi's memory alive through these beautiful posts? It's heartwarming to see their love story continue to inspire generations.
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Meena P.
Their movies were the definition of romance! Watching them on screen made me believe in love. That black and white photo is pure magic ✨
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Vikram J.
I grew up watching their films with my parents. Now I watch them with my kids. True legends whose work stands the test of time. Thanks for sharing this beautiful memory!

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