On the occasion of the actor’s birthday, let's have a look at a few unknown facts about him
Pic Courtesy: Instagram Account of Anil Kapoor
They say ‘If the term ‘ageless’ had a face, then, it would definitely be the one and only Anil Kapoor. With each passing year, this man only grows younger and younger. Today, on the occasion of his birthday, let's have a look at 5 unknown facts about him
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1) Contrary to the popular belief that he made his debut with ‘Woh Saat Din’, he had actually made his acting debut with ‘Hamare Tumhare’ in 1979.
Besides Anil Kapoor, the film had an ensemble cast of legendary actors like Sanjeev Kumar, Raakhee, Amjad Khan, Prem Krishen, David, Mehmood, Asrani and Amrish Puri. The film ‘Hamare Tumhare’ was released in 1979. The film was produced by F. C. Mehra and directed by Umesh Mehra.
2) Unlike what many think, Anil Kapoor was NOT born in Juhu. The fact is that he was born in Chembur.
Even though today, Anil Kapoor stays in the plush locality of the western suburbs, the fact is that he was not born in Juhu, as many may like to think so. Anil Kapoor was actually born in Chembur.
3) Did you know that Anil Kapoor had even worked in a garage during his struggling days!
Yes… that’s true. Not many have it easy in Bollywood. The initial days of Ani Kapoor in the showbiz industry was no different. Just as any other struggler trying and hoping to make it big, Anil Kapoor used to try incessantly to get THAT eternal break in Bollywood. There was even a time in his life when he had worked in the late Raj Kapoor's garage! The rest, as they say, is HIS-story!
Also Read: Raj Kapoor birth anniversary: Rare photos and lesser-known facts of 'The Showman'
4) Besides acting, Anil Kapoor can actually sing as well!
Not many know that, the ageless actor aka Anil Kapoor is also a trained semi-classical singer. He has exhibited his vocal talent in films like ‘Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai’ and also ‘Woh 7 Din’.
5) BEAT THIS! Did you know that Anil Kapoor was not the first choice for Mr. India!
That’s true! It was actually Amitabh Bachchan who was approached to play the title role of ‘Mr. India’. For reasons best known to him, Big B let the offer go by, which eventually landed up in the laps of Anil Kapoor.
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