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Ranbir Kapoor Revives Iconic RK Studios, Honoring Family Legacy
1 Nov
Summary
- Ranbir Kapoor to revive RK Studios, founded by grandfather Raj Kapoor
- Plans to infuse modern sensibilities while preserving historic values
- Collaborations with Deepika Padukone and Ayan Mukerji in the works
In a move to honor the Kapoor family's cinematic legacy, actor Ranbir Kapoor is preparing to revive the iconic RK Studios in Mumbai. The studio, originally established by his grandfather Raj Kapoor in 1948, has been dormant since a major fire in 2017 that destroyed important memorabilia and the studio premises.
Kapoor's decision to relaunch RK Studios is a dual effort – a business venture aimed at preserving the family's historic contributions to Indian cinema, as well as a creative endeavor to reinvigorate Mumbai's film industry. The actor is set to step into the director's role for the first time, working alongside notable talents such as Deepika Padukone and Ayan Mukerji.
The revival is progressing with several scripts already considered for production. Kapoor aims to infuse modern sensibilities into the studio's output while remaining faithful to the values that defined RK Studios' landmark films like 'Awaara,' 'Barsaat,' and 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili.' Collaborations with industry figures are seen as a way to attract contemporary audiences and continue the Kapoor legacy.
The revived RK Studios is expected to include an office and a screening theatre, providing a collaborative hub for filmmakers in Mumbai. This initiative aligns with the late Rishi Kapoor's vision to carry forward the family's cinematic heritage.
