Google has decided to commemorate the legendary Indian film actor Raj Kapoor. The prodigy has received a Padma Bhushan award for his contribution to Indian cinema, and is well known for his role in Mera Naam Joker, Shree 420, Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai, Awara and many more. Today, celebrating his 90th birthday, the tech giant gifts him a doodle. Also Read - Independence Day 2020: Google Doodle celebrates India’s diverse musical legacy

The doodle depicts Raj Kapoor’s most iconic role as Raj in Shree 420. The movie was released in 1955 and is a stellar classic from its era. In the background we also see actress Nargis and Raj Kapoor’s famous scene in Shree 420. Their song ‘Pyaar hua Ikraar hua‘ is still a part of many people’s everyday playlists. Also Read - Father's Day 2020: Wish your dad with a cool digital card with latest Google Doodle

Raj Kapoor died in 1988 at the age of 63 due to an asthma related complication. He collapsed at the event where he was supposed to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke award, and was rushed to the hospital. He died a month later. Also Read - Google Doodle marks beginning of summer in Northern Hemisphere

Raj Kapoor’s creations in the movie space were revolutionary for the industry’s growth, and some of his directorial ventures are considered as classics today. Mera Naam Joker, an absolute classic, was produced and directed by him, and Rishi Kapoor even made his debut in the movie. Here’s Raj Kapoor’s eternally beautiful Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey:

