Shammi Kapoor was mocked when Rajesh Khanna became superstar
Wednesday, 27 August 2025 () Ashish Vidyarthi fondly remembers a life lesson imparted by Shammi Kapoor during a chance meeting in Sharjah. Shammi Kapoor shared his perspective on the fleeting nature of fame, illustrating how audiences shift their adoration. He wittily remarked that the crowds who once flocked to him had simply moved on to Rajesh Khanna's residence, Aashirwad, highlighting the transient nature of stardom.
Shammi Kapoor was an unrivaled Bollywood superstar in the 60s; however, he gradually stepped away from leading roles in the 70s, making way for Rajesh Khanna and... DNA