Nikkhil Advani’s recent reflections on his friendship with Rishi Kapoor paint a vivid picture of their bond, highlighting both the warmth and humor they shared. On the Cyrus Says podcast, he reminisced about the late actor’s quirks, including how Rishi would sometimes forget his name after a few drinks, affectionately calling him “boy.”
This playful dynamic was part of what made their relationship special, with spontaneous late-night chats and drink exchanges often happening through the shared wall between their homes.
Advani acknowledged the impact of working on Patiala House, despite its modest box office success, emphasizing its outstanding soundtrack and the personal connection it fostered with Rishi. Their shared experiences included passionate discussions about films, where Rishi would fervently express his opinions, adding to the richness of their friendship.
As they reminisced, Advani shared that Akshay Kumar still reaches out to him with nostalgic sentiments about the film. This blend of camaraderie and creativity clearly left a lasting impression on him.
In a touching parallel, Neetu Kapoor marked the fourth anniversary of Rishi’s passing, expressing the profound change in her life without him. Her heartfelt tribute underscored the deep connections forged in their lives, both on and off-screen.
Meanwhile Nikkhil Advani recently shared a nostalgic and candid story about his early days with Karan Johar during an interview. Reflecting on their time at Greenlawns School in Mumbai, Nikkhil admitted to bullying Karan a lot, noting that it was a common experience for Karan back then.
However, their relationship took a significant turn years later when Nikkhil, fresh from assisting on Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, met Karan again. Karan was seeking feedback on his script for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which Nikkhil discovered was only half-written. Despite its incomplete state, Nikkhil was impressed with what Karan had so far and encouraged him.
To Nikkhil’s surprise, Karan then asked if he would assist him on the film. Nikkhil Nikkhil Advani found it ironic given their past, but he accepted, and they collaborated on what would become a blockbuster featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji.
