一 | As we mark the 101st birth anniversary of Raj Kapoor, it feels like the perfect moment to look back at one of the most memorable chapters in Filmfare history, a night that celebrated the artistry, emotion, and timeless appeal of the showman of Indian cinema. Let’s travel back to May 1961, when the 9th Filmfare Awards unfolded as a landmark evening. Raj Kapoor was honoured with the Filmfare Best Actor award for his unforgettable performance in Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai, a role that beautifully captured his deep-rooted connection with Indian culture and storytelling. was awarded the Filmfare Best Actor for his spectacular performance in Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai at the 9th Filmfare awards. ❤️Witness the magic once again as we return to Gujarat for the… pic.twitter.com/9C1AXn6S3s — Filmfare (@filmfare) September 14, 2025 That year, Raj Kapoor took home the Best Actor trophy for Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai. The film led the night with 10 nominations, followed closely by Gunga Jumna with 7. Interestingly, though released in 1960, Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai was not considered for the 8th edition but went on to dominate the 4th Filmfare Awards with 4 wins, including Best Film and Best Actor. Another highlight from the evening was Shubha Khote’s double nomination in the Best Supporting Actress category for her roles in Gharana and Sasural. However, the award eventually went to Nirupa Roy for her powerful performance in Chhaya. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Filmfare (@filmfare) From legends like Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, and Nargis in the early decades to the unmatched charisma of Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, and Rishi Kapoor, every generation has left a timeless stamp on the Filmfare stage. More recently, Shah Rukh Khan’s witty hosting, Salman Khan’s high-energy acts, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s poise, Deepika Padukone’s elegance, Priyanka Chopra’s dynamism, and Ranveer Singh’s infectious energy have kept the magic alive.Also Read: Filmfare Flashback: Looking Back at Dilip Kumar and Nutan’s Wins for Devdas and Seema。 Awarapan 2 is turning into one of the most awaited films of 2026. The craze around the first film is still strong, and Emraan Hashmi’s recent cameo in The Ba***ds Of Bollywood has only added more excitement. Now the buzz has grown even further with Shabana Azmi has officially joined the cast. A source revealed, “Shabana Azmi has come on board for Awarapan 2. The role is apt for her and she was more than happy to bag the coveted part. It is an interesting and powerful creative decision by producer Vishesh Bhatt that significantly intensifies the film’s emotional core and conflict. Interestingly, this marks Shabana Azmi’s first ever collaboration with Vishesh Films.” The source also highlighted her fresh pairing with Emraan Hashmi, saying, “Also, Awarapan 2 marks her first on screen pairing with Emraan Hashmi, creating a new and formidable dramatic tension audiences have never seen before. Moreover, the casting is in sync with the trademark Bhatt storytelling ethos anchored in strong performances, morally complex characters and emotionally charged drama.” For now, the makers are keeping the specifics of Shabana Azmi’s role completely secret. The source added, “All the details remain tightly under wraps. The makers are expected to officially reveal it in a few weeks.” With her entry, the film now brings together an interesting mix of Emraan Hashmi, Shabana Azmi and Disha Patani, and more cast announcements may be on the way. Directed by Nitin Kakkar, Awarapan 2 recently completed a long schedule in Bangkok and is expected to finish shooting by January 2026. Set for release on April 3, 2026, the film has now moved beyond being just a sequel and is positioned as a prestige thriller that blends scale, emotion and strong performances, especially with Shabana Azmi joining the project.Also Read: Shabana Azmi Lauds Farhan Akhtar’s Performance in 120 Bahadur。
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