When Dawood Ibrahim called Rishi Kapoor bhai: The well-known underworld figure Dawood Ibrahim helped out the late Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor financially.
Dawood Ibrahim, known for orchestrating the tragic events in Mumbai in 1993, which claimed over 250 lives, is currently in a Karachi hospital dealing with serious health issues. Reports suggest he’s undergoing treatment, and there are whispers of a possible poisoning. Few people know about Dawood’s links to Bollywood.
When Dawood Ibrahim called Rishi Kapoor bhai
Rishi Kapoor, a widely celebrated actor for his versatile roles, shared his life stories in his autobiography, Khullam Khulla: Rishi Kapoor Uncensored. In one chapter, he talks about meeting Dawood, whom he affectionately calls Bhai. Dawood invited Rishi and his friends for tea in Dubai.
Dawood even offered financial assistance to Rishi, but the actor politely declined. They crossed paths again a few years later in a store in the UAE. Rishi confirmed that Dawood had sent his representative to Raj Kapoor’s funeral. Despite facing criticism, Rishi Kapoor stood firm on his interactions with the infamous figure.
The actor, famous for his role in Bobby, shared colorful stories about his father’s life and opened up about his love for cinema and leading ladies. He confirmed his relationships with Vyjayanthimala and Nargis. Looking back, Rishi revealed that Raj Kapoor had a romantic side, aside from his mother, Krishna Raj Kapoor.
