The cozy glow of a screen lit up a special birthday celebration this year for Bollywood veteran Shakti Kapoor. His daughter, actress Shraddha Kapoor, made sure his 73rd birthday was truly memorable. They settled in to watch the 1997 comedy-drama, ‘Hero No. 1,’ calling the evening their “Bapu Birthday Dhamal.”
Shraddha gave fans a peek into their family time. She shared a sweet video on her social media story. The clip showed both father and daughter laughing together as they watched the classic film. It was a heartfelt tribute from a daughter to her famous dad on his big day.
About the Birthday Film: ‘Hero No. 1’
The film they watched, ‘Hero No. 1,’ is a classic from director David Dhawan. It took inspiration from Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s comedy ‘Bawarchi.’ The story follows a wealthy businessman who pretends to be a house servant. He wants to win over his girlfriend’s family. He does all the chores, from sweeping and cooking to singing and dancing. This popular movie even got a Telugu remake called ‘Gopinti Alludu.’
Shraddha Kapoor posted this video on Instagram. It shows a scene from ‘Hero No. 1’. Her caption read, “Watch till the end to see who is watching. Bapu’s Birthday Dhamal – Shakti Kapoor.”
Shakti Kapoor’s Enduring Legacy
Shakti Kapoor turned 73 on September 3, 2025. He has an impressive career, starring in over 700 films. During the 1980s and 1990s, he often worked with Asrani and Kader Khan. Together, they appeared in more than 100 films, playing both funny and villainous roles. More recently, he was seen in Ranbir Kapoor’s blockbuster movie ‘Animal’. Sandeep Reddy Vanga directed that hit film.
What’s Next for Shraddha Kapoor
Shraddha Kapoor has a busy schedule ahead. Reports suggest she will soon star in a period drama. Laxman Utekar will direct this film. Dinesh Vijan, who produced ‘Stree,’ is producing it. The movie might start filming in November 2025. It could then release in 2026. Shraddha has also signed a multi-film deal with producer Ekta Kapoor. Her first film under this deal might feature her opposite Aditya Roy Kapoor. She is also rumored to be in a drama film. Rahi Anil Barve, director of ‘Tumbbad,’ is behind that project. Additionally, she might appear in the next ‘Dhoom’ series film. Fans could also see her share the screen with Ranbir Kapoor again. This would be after their successful film ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar.’