- An article by Shivani Gadre

  Renowned filmmaker Hrishikesh Mukherjee, fondly known as Hrishi Da, directed numerous popular movies during his illustrious career, but it is his 1971 masterpiece, 'Anand,' that remains etched in the collective memory. This poignant film revolves around the life of a terminally ill man who spreads boundless joy wherever he goes. Rajesh Khanna delivered a remarkable performance in the titular role, and the movie also marked the early appearance of a talented newcomer, Amitabh Bachchan. Interestingly, 'Anand' draws inspiration from Hrishikesh Mukherjee's own life. In a candid 1998 interview, Mukherjee revealed that the film is a quasi-biographical portrayal of his deep bond with the renowned filmmaker-actor, Raj Kapoor. Their friendship had deep roots, as Kapoor had collaborated with Mukherjee in his second directorial venture, the 1959 film 'Anari.' The origination of 'Anand' occurred when Raj Kapoo

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