Ranbir Kapoor Joins Subhash Ghai at Whistling Woods’ Celebrate Cinema 2025 Tribute to Raj Kapoor And Guru Dutt

It was a star-studded affair at Whistling Woods International as the 2025 edition of the Celebrate Cinema festival unfolded in Mumbai. The highlight of the event was a heartfelt tribute to two titans of Indian cinema — Raj Kapoor and Guru Dutt — drawing a crowd of film enthusiasts, students, and veterans alike. Leading the tribute were Ranbir Kapoor, Subhash Ghai, Randhir Kapoor, Waheeda Rehman, and filmmaker Rahul Rawail, all of whom shared stories and sentiments about the golden age of Bollywood.

Ranbir Kapoor, continuing the legacy of the Kapoor clan, received a warm welcome from fans and students, taking time to interact, pose for pictures, and add a personal touch to the celebratory atmosphere. His presence, alongside his uncle Randhir Kapoor, added an emotional layer to the event honouring his grandfather, Raj Kapoor.

Subhash Ghai, the visionary founder of Whistling Woods and a celebrated filmmaker himself, moderated the special session. Speaking of the masters, he drew connections between the timeless storytelling of Guru Dutt and Raj Kapoor and the need to preserve their cinematic values in today’s rapidly evolving industry.

The Celebrate Cinema festival is Whistling Woods International’s annual celebration of the media and entertainment industry. It serves as a bridge between generations—connecting students and aspiring filmmakers with the wisdom, techniques, and legacies of the past. It also sparks critical conversation around the future of storytelling, with a mix of workshops, panels, and film showcases.

On the professional front, Ranbir Kapoor is on a cinematic roll, with major projects lined up including “Love and War”, “Ramayana”, “Animal Park”, and “Brahmastra 2” — each one eagerly anticipated by his fans and critics alike.

As the festival wrapped up its tribute to two of cinema’s greatest, the event reminded everyone why Indian film continues to be a force of passion, culture, and artistic brilliance — and why names like Raj Kapoor and Guru Dutt still echo through generations.