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Randhir Kapoor, who remains the most under-rated actor of the Kapoor clan, is all set to return to the big screen after a gap of about two decades in Rahul Dholakia’s Society, which also stars his cousin Aditya Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia. He is in a jolly mood at his office at R.K. Studio and speaks at length about his works.
The actor is pleased at the chance of histrionic confrontations with his cousin Aditya and Dimple. He explains, "Aditya Kapoor worked as an assistant with me during the making of Dharam Karam. He is a gifted actor who has the rare ability to underplay subtly. Dimple Kapadia is a family friend and a discovery of the R.K. camp. She is a pleasant, talented and cooperative actress to work with. I am sure our work in Society will not go unnoticed." When asked about the influences of his predecessors on him as an actor, Randhir Kapoor smiles, "My grandfather came from stage and excelled in emotions as well as historical characters. My father was the ideal serious comedian. No one can match Shammi uncle in rhythm and Shashi uncle was very good in romantic as well as social films. It is a pity his talents were never used to the hilt." Randhir Kapoor, who manages the R.K. Studio, says, "It is my moral obligation and duty to preserve the treasures created by my illustrious father. No. I have no intentions to colour old classics of R.K. as I don’t believe that colouring gives that extra touch to black and white masterpieces. Can you imagine viewing Awara or Shree 420 in colour? I don’t see any reason as to why one should spent on colouring of the classics of the 1950s and 1960s." His reacting to the song, "Tu Kya Jane Wafa" in Haat Ki Safai, lipping numbers like, "Gum Hai Kisi Ki Baat Mein" and "Niruttam Ho Niruttam" in Harjaee stand ample proof of his histrionic abilities. Whenever he received a sensitive director, Randhir Kapoor came out with uninhibited performances and proved he was no less than his contemporaries. In fact the way he played the piano accordion to the theme music of the R.K. banner in Biwi O Biwi is still a lesson for today’s upcoming actors. The actor smiles, "Do watch me in Society. I have worked more with my eyes than body language and dialogues. My brother Rishi is a powerful actor and he has very successfully shifted from romantic leads to mature characters. His son Ranbir is the true star of today. Among my daughters, I am proud of Kareena Kapoor, a rare blending of beauty and talent." Does he plan to direct
again after Dharam Karam and Henna? Smiles, Randhir
Kapoor, "At the moment I have no such plans. Of course, if I
receive an interesting subject, I may direct again."
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Says
Randhir Kapoor, "I was not getting mature characters so I did not
want to make a fool of myself by just accepting what came my way. In Society,
I got a character which suits my age, present looks and allows me to
emote as well as exhibit my comic prowess all with a realistic touch.
The film is about the lives of socialites in Mumbai and Rahul Dholakia
is a competent as well as technically well-equipped director."