Rishi Kapoor Death Anniversary: Neetu Kapoor Remembers 'Buddy,' Daughter Riddhima Pays Heartfelt Tribute

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actor Neetu Kapoor on Thursday paid an emotional tribute to her late husband, Rishi Kapoor, with a heartfelt post on social media marking six years since his passing. Taking to Instagram Stories, Neetu Kapoor shared a candid photograph of the couple, capturing a warm, smiling moment between them. She captioned it with the words, "Always in our hearts". Rishi Kapoor, one of Hindi cinema's most celebrated stars, passed away on April 30, 2020, at the age of 67 after a prolonged battle with leukemia. Known for his charm and versatility, he delivered memorable performances in films such as Bobby, Karz, Chandni and Kapoor & Sons, among many others.

Rishi Kapoor's Death Anniversary

The anniversary of his death continues to draw tributes from across the industry, including family members, colleagues, and admirers who fondly remember his "Chintu ji" persona and enduring contribution to Indian cinema. Adding to the emotional remembrance, film distributor Raj Bansal also posted a tribute on his Instagram handle. The image features Rishi Kapoor alongside Sanjay Dutt and Neetu Kapoor, capturing a candid moment of laughter. It was captioned as, "Missing my dearest buddy." Kapoor and Dutt had shared screen space in films like 'Hathyar' and the 2012 remake of Agneepath.

Joining her mother, daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni also shared a deeply personal tribute. Posting a portrait of her father, she wrote, "Until we meet again. I'll keep celebrating you, loving you and missing you, always."

Riddhima, known to have shared a close bond with her father, has often commemorated him through photographs and personal memories, keeping his legacy alive for followers.

More About Rishi Kapoor

Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, who married on January 22, 1980, were one of Bollywood's most beloved couples, both on and off screen. They starred together in several popular films, including Amar Akbar Anthony, Khel Khel Mein, Rafoo Chakkar, Kabhi Kabhie, and Besharam. In the years since his passing, Neetu Kapoor has returned to films and television, often sharing glimpses of her life and memories with her late husband. Rishi Kapoor's final film, Sharmaji Namkeen, was completed with Paresh Rawal stepping in to finish portions left incomplete. For the uninitiated, Rishi Kapoor passed away on April 30, 2020, at the age of 67 after battling leukemia.The veteran actor had been undergoing treatment for cancer and battling it hard for several months prior to his demise. He passed away during the peak of the first wave of COVID-19 in India, when strict restrictions were in place, due to which unfortunately, only close family members present in Mumbai could attend his last rites. At his funeral, his wife Neetu Kapoor and son Ranbir Kapoor were present to bid him a final goodbye. Alia Bhatt, who is now Ranbir’s wife, was also seen standing by the family during the difficult time. Unfortunately, Riddhima, who resides in Delhi after her marriage, could not reach Mumbai immediately due to travel restrictions imposed during the nationwide lockdown. On the professional front, Riddhima, originally a jewellery designer by profession, in recent years has stepped into the entertainment space. She was seen making her acting debut in the reality web series The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives Season 2.She is now all set to make her big Bollywood acting debut with Dadi Ki Shaadi, which will also feature her mother Neetu Kapoor in a lead role, while her daughter Samara will reportedly make a special appearance.