Shammi Kapoor's Ego After 'Junglee' Led to Biswajeet Casting in 'April Fool': Director Reveals 8x Fee Demand

Shammi Kapoor's Ego After 'Junglee' Led to Biswajeet Casting in 'April Fool': Director Reveals 8x Fee Demand

 21:06 04/09/2025

Veteran filmmaker Samir Ganguly recently opened up about Shammi Kapoor’s attitude after the blockbuster success of Junglee (1961). He revealed that the actor became “egoistic” and demanded eight times his fee for the next project, which ultimately led to him being replaced by Biswajeet in April Fool opposite Saira Banu.
Ashish Vidyarthi recalls Shammi Kapoor being mocked when Rajesh Khanna rose as the new superstar: 'Where's the crowd these days?'

Ashish Vidyarthi recalls Shammi Kapoor being mocked when Rajesh Khanna rose as the new superstar: 'Where's the crowd these days?'

 21:06 27/08/2025

Ashish Vidyarthi fondly remembers a life lesson imparted by Shammi Kapoor during a chance meeting in Sharjah. Shammi Kapoor shared his perspective on the fleeting nature of fame, illustrating how audiences shift their adoration. He wittily remarked that the crowds who once flocked to him had simply moved on to Rajesh Khanna's residence, Aashirwad, highlighting the transient nature of stardom.
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