Mumbai, April 7 – The latest episode of the singing reality show, Indian Idol, will feature Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor revealing the secrets behind the iconic pet names of the Kapoor family.
Host Aditya Narayan asked Karisma Kapoor to share something about Shammi Kapoor. Responding to this, Karisma said, "Let me tell you a fun fact? Does anyone know what Shammi uncle's real name was?"
She then revealed, "His name was Shamsher Raj Kapoor, but his pet name, Shammi Kapoor, became so popular that everyone started using that name."
Adding another interesting anecdote, Karisma said, "Another fun fact: Ranbir's name is Ranbir Kapoor, but where did this name come from?" To this, Geeta Kapur replied, "From your grandfather." Karisma confirmed, "Yes, Ranbir Raj Kapoor."
Joining the conversation, Vishal Dadlani added, "Just to clarify, Raj's full name was Ranbir Raj Kapoor."
Karisma concluded on a note, "So, this is the tradition of pet names that has been going on in our family – Lolo, Bebo, Dabboo, and Chintu."
Talking about Karisma Kapoor, she is the daughter of stars Randhir Kapoor and Babita. She is the granddaughter of legendary actor Raj Kapoor and grand niece of stars Shammi Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor.
Kareena Kapoor is the younger sister of Karisma Kapoor.
The actress was a superstar in the 90s era of Bollywood.
From movies like Hero No. 1, Saajan Chale Sasural, Shakti, Fiza, and many more, Karisma always proved her acting prowess.