Times of India·
Raj Kapoor mortgaged wife Krishna's gold bangles to make 'Mera Naam Joker'
Raj Kapoor mortgaged his wife's bangles for his ambitious film Mera Naam Joker. He refused Manoj Kumar's suggestion to edit the movie's lengthy runtime. The filmmaker remained passionate about his vision despite significant financial risks. Mera Naam Joker's box office failure led to substantial debt for Raj Kapoor. His dedication mirrored Manoj Kumar's commitment to his own film Kranti.
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