Armaan Jain debuts as producer with a heartfelt tribute to his grandfather Raj Kapoor on his 100th birth anniversary

Armaan Jain with PM Narendra Modi and Ranbir Kapoor

Armaan Jain is venturing into the film industry as a producer and is preparing to pay a touching tribute to his late Nanaji, the legendary Raj Kapoor. The Kapoor family, known for their strong connections, will unite to celebrate this momentous occasion, adding an extra layer of sentiment and meaning to the project.

Ahead of legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary on December 14, the Kapoor family gathered to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The family members, including Neetu Kapoor, Rima Jain, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Armaan Jain, and others, met the PM to extend a special invitation and express their gratitude while preparing to honor his extraordinary legacy in Indian cinema.

In a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Armaan shared that he never had the chance to meet his Nanaji in person. He expressed his heartfelt emotions and said, “I have never met my Nanaji, so this film is really special as it is a tribute to him.”

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To this, PM Modi responded by stating, "Armaan, you are a very lucky guy, even though you didn’t have a chance to meet him, you can still live him every day through his work.”

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This debut production holds significant emotional value for Armaan, as it serves as a personal endeavor to honor the cinematic legend on what would have been his 100th birth anniversary.

The Kapoor family's touching conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizes the lasting influence of Raj Kapoor on both Indian cinema and his loved ones. Through this tribute film, Armaan Jain aims to preserve his Nanaji's legacy while uniting the family in celebrating the artistic brilliance of a man who revolutionized Indian storytelling.