Shammi Kapoor: A Snapshot of His Life

Real Name Shammi Kapoor, originally named Shamsher Raj Kapoor, changed his name when he entered the film industry.

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Kolkata Connection Despite being born in Bombay, he spent most of his childhood in Kolkata due to his father's work.

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Early Struggles He began as a junior artist at Prithvi Theatres, initially earning only Rs. 50 per month, gradually increasing to Rs. 300.

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Childhood Love He had a childhood romance with actress Nutan, but it ended due to family objections.

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Love in Sri Lanka Shammi fell in love with belly dancer Nadia Gamal during a trip, but they lost contact after returning home.

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First Marriage Shammi married Geeta Bali in 1955, and they had two children. Geeta Bali passed away in 1965.

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Second Marriage He later married Neila Devi in 1969, who chose not to have children of her own.

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Spiritual Pursuits Shammi Kapoor was a follower of Haidakhan Baba, a renowned spiritual guru.

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Dance Icon Known as 'The Elvis Presley of Bollywood' for his unique dance style. He also choregraphed his own dance steps

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