I Almost Became a Kapoor”: Twinkle Khanna’s Rishi Kapoor Story Stuns Alia Bhatt & Varun Dhawan

Twinkle Khanna’s Hilarious Anecdote With Rishi Kapoor Leaves Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan in Splits

Bollywood is built not just on films but also on the timeless stories its stars leave behind. One such tale recently resurfaced on Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle, where Twinkle Khanna, Alia Bhatt, and Varun Dhawan came together to recall their fondest – and funniest – memories of the late Rishi Kapoor. What began as a simple conversation soon turned into a delightful mix of laughter, nostalgia, and a dash of internet drama.

Varun Dhawan’s Hair Gel Showdown With Rishi Kapoor

Varun Dhawan, who made his acting debut with Student of the Year (2012), fondly remembered Rishi Kapoor’s trademark bluntness on set. Recalling a football scene with Sidharth Malhotra, Varun shared:

“Rishi ji couldn’t stand the gel in our hair. He kept saying, ‘Your hair doesn’t move. Come hail or storm, it just doesn’t budge. You’re playing football, your hair should move!’ He even touched my hair, called Karan Johar, and demanded the gel be removed. He flat out refused to shoot until it was gone. We couldn’t take the next shot until they finally removed the gel.”

The story left the audience roaring with laughter, perfectly capturing Kapoor’s no-nonsense attitude and eye for detail.

Alia Bhatt’s Emotional Memories

Alia Bhatt, who later worked with Rishi Kapoor in Kapoor & Sons (2016), remembered him with warmth and affection.

“Rishi ji had so many wonderful stories. After shooting, he would invite everyone for dinner. That atmosphere was so special. I miss him a lot,” she said.

Alia also shared a deeply personal connection. Speaking about her daughter Raha, she revealed, “People often say Raha is a mini Rishi Kapoor. There’s a little bit of his energy in her, and sometimes it just shines through.”

Twinkle Khanna Almost Became a “Kapoor”

The most hilarious moment of the evening, however, came from Twinkle Khanna herself. With her signature wit, she recalled how a simple birthday tweet from Rishi Kapoor once spiraled into an online frenzy.

“I almost became a Kapoor because of Alia’s father-in-law,” Twinkle laughed. “On my birthday, he tweeted very generously, ‘When you were in your mother’s stomach, I serenaded her.’ Suddenly, everyone thought I was his illegitimate daughter! He later had to clarify that it was a misunderstanding.”

Even Kajol couldn’t resist pointing out Alia Bhatt’s awkward reaction, leading Twinkle to quickly add, “Don’t worry, I’m not your sister-in-law—it was just a mistake.” Varun Dhawan chimed in, teasing Alia for not knowing how to react.

Rishi Kapoor’s Legacy of Wit and Warmth

For the uninitiated, Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia – Twinkle’s mother – had made their acting debuts together in Raj Kapoor’s 1973 classic Bobby. Years later, Rishi’s light-hearted tweet about serenading a pregnant Dimple Kapadia on set turned into a hilarious case of “lost in translation” that the internet still hasn’t forgotten.

Even years after his passing, Rishi Kapoor continues to live on through such anecdotes. His sharp humor, candid remarks, and undeniable warmth have etched his memory deeply into Bollywood’s heart. For those who knew him, every story – whether it makes you laugh or cry – is another reminder of a star who will always be missed.