Remembering Shashi Kapoor on His Birth Anniversary

Shashi Kapoor
Shashi Kapoor, born on March 18, 1938, was a legendary figure in Indian cinema, celebrated for his versatile acting and memorable dialogues. On his birth anniversary, we honor his legacy by revisiting ten of his most iconic lines that have left an indelible mark on Bollywood history.
- Deewar (1975): “Mere paas maa hai.” (“I have mother.”) This line, delivered with profound emotion, has become emblematic of Hindi cinema.
- Namak Halaal (1982): “Aaj bhi humara desh duniya ki sabse badi taaqat hai.” (“Even today, our country is the world’s greatest power.”)
- Kabhie Kabhie (1976): “Main har ghadi yeh dua karta hoon ke tumhari zindagi ki har ek subah meri subah se zyada haseen ho.” (“I pray every moment that every morning of your life is more beautiful than mine.”)
- Silsila (1981): “Hum gayab hone waalon mein se nahi hain… Jahan jahan se guzarte hain jalwe dikhate hain… Dost kya dushman bhi yaad rakhte hai.” (“We are not among those who disappear… Wherever we go, we leave our mark… Not just friends, even foes remember us.”)
- Roti, Kapda Aur Makaan (1974): “Insaan ko jitni roti chahiye, utni hi bhookh honi chahiye.” (“A person should have as much hunger as the bread they desire.”)
- Sharmilee (1971): “Jinke apne ghar sheeshe ke ho, woh dusron par patthar nahi phenka karte.” (“Those who have glass houses shouldn’t throw stones at others.”)
- Ek Aur Ek Gyarah (1981): “Ek aur ek milkar gyarah hote hain.” (“One and one together make eleven.”)
- Deewar (1975): “Aaj khush toh bahut hoge tum.” (“Today, you must be very happy.”)
- Kaala Patthar (1979): “Yeh pathar dil insaan kabhi nahi banega.” (“This stone-hearted person will never become human.”)
- Trishul (1978): “Main un cheezon ka sauda nahi karta jo meri maa ne mujhe sikhayi hain.” (“I don’t trade the values my mother taught me.”)

These dialogues not only showcase Shashi Kapoor’s impeccable delivery but also reflect the depth and diversity of his roles, cementing his status as one of Bollywood’s most cherished actors.