Mumbai, April 6: In the upcoming episode of the singing reality show, Karisma Kapoor will be seen revealing her favorite movie featuring the late star and her uncle, Rishi Kapoor.
In the latest promo shared by the host channel, Karisma was seen revealing that Rishi Kapoor's movie, "Karz," was a favorite among the Kapoor family.
"I want to say that 'Karz' is my favorite movie of Chintu uncle," said Karisma.
She further added, "I was quite young, but I was mesmerized by this film, and the background score, 'Tu Ru Ru.. Tu Ru Ru,' that title track, the music in the film, the performances, even the script, I think, was ahead of its time."
She added, "So, it was amazing to see a talent like Chintu uncle move into that genre. He also delivered such intense performances, comedy, and dance. He was one of the most exceptional talents in the industry, in my opinion."
For those unfamiliar, Rishi Kapoor, fondly known as "Chintu," was the second son of iconic actor-director Raj Kapoor and the grandson of Prithviraj Kapoor.
Talking about the movie "Karz," it was released in 1980 and starred Rishi Kapoor, Tina Munim, and Simi Garewal in prominent roles.
The film's iconic track, "Ek Haseena thi Om Shanti Om," became a chartbuster and is still considered a superhit today.
The film is based on themes of rebirth, revenge, and thrill.
Talking about Rishi Kapoor, the actor had been a part of the Bollywood industry for more than four decades.
On the personal front, he married actress Neetu Singh, and they had two children: Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor and jewelry designer Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.
In a tragic turn of events, Rishi Kapoor passed away in April 2020 after battling cancer.