Following father’s legacy...

Bollywood is overflowing with talent that comes from within the family. Star kids here find a foothold due to the goodwill their actor fathers have earned. There are a plenty of top father-son, father-daughter star duos who have dominated the Bollywood industry with their talent and lineage.

Young and restless
Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor and Harshvardhan Kapoor

Anil Kapoor is an energetic bunny who fails to age and misses no opportunity to show his youthful side, just like his daughter Sonam Kapoor doesn’t shy away from speaking her mind and standing up for things she believes in. These National Award winning actors have left their unique mark upon the audience who love and cherish their personalities. The latest and the youngest entrant is Harshvardhan Kapoor, Anil Kapoor’s one among three children. The two of them are known to share a very close bond and it is believed that it was because of the son’s coaxing that Anil gave a nod for films Dil Dhadakne Do and Slumdog Millionaire.

Opposite character
Shakti Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor

Shakti Kapoor, who was known for his negative and comical roles, has his daughter playing completely opposite characters. While their film choices have been poles apart, the love that their fans shower on them has been equivalent.

The Big family tree
Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan

When you’re a Bachchan, the name is enough and that’s all thanks to Big B, aka Amitabh Bachchan. There will be no other like him and even his son couldn’t reach the level of stardom that the senior Bachchan did. But that doesn’t mean there’s no spark in Abhishek. With handful of films he’s proved, when used in the right manner, he can excel with his characters. However, at an age when most actors retire, Amitabh Bachchan is going strong! The entire family has a huge fan following.

Kapoor & sons
Rishi Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor

The Kapoor family is considered to be the oldest film family to have produced an actor from each generation. Their acting legacy is currently being taken forward by the most loved and talented actor of the current lot, Ranbir Kapoor. He gets his charm from his dad Rishi Kapoor, who like his son, is known for being an ultimate lover boy and a spontaneous actor.

It gets better & better
Pankaj Kapur and Shahid Kapoor

When a list of the best actors in the history of Hindi entertainment will be made, Pankaj Kapur will surely be listed in it. Taking his legacy forward and giving this other Kapoor ‘khandhan’ a taste of superstar status is Shahid Kapoor, who has grown into a superb actor from being a chocolate boy.

Like father, like son
Jackie Shroff and Tiger Shroff

High kicks and dancing must not have been the strongest points of Jackie Shroff but his son Tiger has definitely added value to the ‘Shroff’ surname with his unmatchable skills. While Tiger is yet to establish himself as an emoting actor, Jackie made the girls of his time go weak in their knees with his charisma and acting ability.

Papa who preaches
Shatrughan Sinha and Sonakshi Sinha

The most grounded and self-assured father and daughter pair has to be of the Sinhas. Every film that they have been a part of has been successful. They say khamosh to their haters and put them to silence with every performance. While Papa Sinha has retired, daughter Sinha, following her father’s footsteps, is venturing into areas like judging reality shows and singing.