Raj Kapoor

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1. When was Raj Kapoor born?December 14, 1924
2. When did Raj Kapoor die?June 2, 1988 (age 63)
3. Where was Raj Kapoor born?Peshawar, British India (now Pakistan)
4. Who was Raj Kapoor?Raj Kapoor was a famous Indian movie actor and director, called the 'Greatest Showman' of Indian cinema.
5. What are some movies Raj Kapoor acted in?He acted in movies like "Awaara," "Shree 420," and "Mera Naam Joker."

Auteur: A filmmaker whose personal influence and creative control are so great that they are regarded as the author of their works.
Social Realism: A style of art or film that aims to depict everyday life and social conditions truthfully and without idealization.
Melodrama: A genre of film or theatre characterized by exaggerated emotions, sensational plots, and often a clear distinction between good and evil.