5 movies of Rishi Kapoor that won him the title of the ultimate King of romance

Rishi kapoor in ‘Henna’

This was one of the most epic love stories that we have ever witnessed, as it depicted the tale of an Indian boy who accidentally reaches Pakistan and loses his memory. The movie made its way to the Academy Awards in the category of Best Foreign Language Film that year and his character of Chaand became the iconic romantic hero of all times.

Rishi Kapoor in ‘Prem Rog’

The movie directed by showman Raj Kapoor was touted as the 'Most Romantic Films Ever' by a lifestyle magazine. Rishi Kapoor as Dev played a character of a lover who sacrifices his happiness to ensure that his love Rama gets a better life. This movie clearly struck a connection with the viewers and also earned him a Filmfare trophy.

Rishi kapoor in ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’

In this movie, Rishi Kapoor played the character of Akbar whereas Amar was played by Vinod Khanna and Anthony by Amitabh Bachchan. Rishi Kapoor featured opposite wife Neetu Singh in this film. His character was that of a stubborn young man who had to convince his lover’s (Neetu Singh here) father to get them hitched. He resorts to ways like singing songs like ‘Taiyabbali Pyar Ka Dushman’ and ‘Parda Hai Parda’. Surely, he had his heart on his sleeves and we simply loved him as Akbar.

Rishi Kapoor in ‘Kabhie Kabhie’

Apart from Amitabh Bachchan and Rakhee’s incomplete love story, ‘Kabhie Kabhie’ also had one more beautiful love saga of Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh. Rishi Kapoor aka Vicky in the film falls in love with Neetu Singh aka Pinky at a party and rest is a history. The picturesque locations and the chemistry of the real life couple Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh worked its magic on the audiences. Rishi as the perfect boyfriend for Neetu in the film surely gave some boyfriend goals to all the young lovers then.

Rishi Kapoor in ‘Bobby’

‘Bobby’ set the beginning of a heartthrob Rishi Kapoor’s glorious journey in Bollywood. He played the role of a charming boy Raj Nath who made girls swoon over him. Rishi Kapoor’s performance in this film was rewarded by a Filmfare Award for bring the Best Actor. His chemistry with actress Dimple Kapadia was one of the highlights of this movie.