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Neetu Kapoor recalls mother-in-law's stern Diwali tradition

📅 Published: 14 Nov 2026, 05:01 pm IST• 🔄 Updated: 14 Nov 2026, 05:01 pm IST• 4 min read• 5 views
Neetu Kapoor recalls mother-in-law's stern Diwali tradition
Neetu Kapoor shares memories of the Kapoor family's Diwali traditions.
Key Points
  • Neetu Kapoor shared a story about Krishna Raj Kapoor tearing up a cash envelope.
  • The incident occurred after Rishi Kapoor missed a family Diwali celebration.
  • Krishna Raj Kapoor traditionally prepared cash envelopes for guests at Diwali.
  • Neetu Kapoor continues the family tradition by gifting envelopes to her children.
  • The Kapoor family historically celebrated Diwali at their Chembur home.

Neetu Kapoor recently shared that her mother-in-law, Krishna Raj Kapoor, tore up a cash envelope intended for her and her husband, Rishi Kapoor, after they missed a family Diwali gathering. The couple missed the party because of work commitments while they were in the United States for Rishi Kapoor’s cancer treatment.

Krishna Raj Kapoor opened the envelope, removed the money, and destroyed the paper after the couple failed to attend the event. Krishna Raj Kapoor tore the envelope when Neetu and Rishi missed the Diwali gathering.

Kapoor family Diwali customs at the Chembur home

The Kapoor family traditionally held lavish Diwali parties at the Chembur home of Raj Kapoor and Krishna Raj Kapoor. Family members performed puja at their own individual residences before gathering at the Chembur house for the main celebration.

Krishna Raj Kapoor took these family customs very seriously and enjoyed hosting guests at the home. She prepared envelopes containing cash for family members to receive during the celebrations.

The family shared a spread of many delicacies while sitting together at a single table. Raj Kapoor and Krishna Raj Kapoor hosted these gatherings at their Chembur home.

Krishna Raj Kapoor’s wit and personality

Neetu Kapoor described her mother-in-law as a sharp-witted woman who could find humor in even the most serious situations. She once laughed when Krishna Raj Kapoor noticed someone wearing a weird outfit at a prayer meet and asked for a specific item to be made.

Raj Kapoor found great joy in watching his family eat together. He told his family that seeing them share meals was his way of feeling happy.

Legacy of the Kapoor family elders

Raj Kapoor died in 1988 at the age of 63. Krishna Raj Kapoor died in 2018 at the age of 87.

Neetu Kapoor posted an emotional tribute on Instagram following the death of Krishna Raj Kapoor in 2018. She described her mother-in-law as a huge influence and praised her elegance, generosity and warmth.

Neetu Kapoor continues the envelope tradition

She maintains this practice to honor the customs of her mother-in-law.

Krishna Raj Kapoor originally intended these envelopes for everyone, and they typically contained money.

Current activities of the Kapoor family

Ranbir Kapoor currently sees success with the film Ramayana Part 1, which debuted in theaters on 5 November 2026. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the movie features Ranbir Kapoor in the role of Lord Rama.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Krishna Raj Kapoor tear up the envelope?
She tore up the envelope after Neetu and Rishi Kapoor missed a Diwali party due to work commitments.
Does Neetu Kapoor still follow the envelope tradition?
Yes, Neetu Kapoor continues the tradition by gifting cash envelopes to her children, Ranbir and Riddhima, for Diwali.
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