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From Hero Aspirant to Feared Villain: Kamal Kapoor's Unforgettable Bollywood Journey

He is most known for his roles in Narang. (Representative Image)

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News18•23-02-2026, 16:13

From Hero Aspirant to Feared Villain: Kamal Kapoor's Unforgettable Bollywood Journey

•Kamal Kapoor, cousin of Prithviraj Kapoor and uncle of Raj Kapoor, initially struggled as a leading man in Bollywood.
•After 12 failed films as a hero and unsuccessful ventures in direction, destiny led him to negative roles.
•His piercing blue-gray eyes and commanding presence made him a natural antagonist, starting with "Jauhar Mahmood in Goa."
•Kamal Kapoor became a prominent villain in the 1960s-70s, known for his intimidating glare and dialogue delivery.
•His iconic role as "Narang" in "Don" cemented his legacy as one of Bollywood's most memorable villains, acting in over 500 films.

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