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In Pictures: Three generations of Bollywood and Hollywood idols that have have kept us glued to the silver screen.

The magic of celluloid cuts across generations in film fraternity.

Published: April 22, 2020 18:22 Nilanjana Javed, Digital Content Editor

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sharmila tagore, saif ali khan and sara ali khan — Here are the movers and shakers of Bollywood's film families. Golden year actress Sharmila Tagore made her acting debut with Oscar winning director Satyajit Ray in Apur Sansar, henceforth establishing herself as an actor. She married the Nawab of Pataudi, who was also the captain of the Indian cricket team. Mother of actors Saif and Soha Ali Khan. Saif Ali Khan entered Bollywood in 1993. Over the years, the Indian National Award-winning actor has impressed viewers with boyish charm and acting skills. Soha Ali Khan has also been an actress starring in award winning films such as Rang De Basanti. Sharmila’ s granddaughter Sara Ali Khan is Bollywood's latest heart throb. Image Credit: social media

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Pooja Bedi, Alaya Furniturewala and Kabir Bedi — Alaya Furniturewala made her debut with Saif Ali Khan in 'Jawani Jaaneman'. She is the grand daughter of actor Kabir Bedi. He is best known in Italy and Europe for playing the pirate Sandokan in the popular Italian TV mini series and for his role as the villainous Gobinda in the 1983 James Bond film Octopussy. Her mother Pooja Bedi is a former Bollywood actress, television talk show host and newspaper columnist. Image Credit: social media

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Rishi, Neetu and Ranbir Kapoor — The blue eyed boy of Bollywood, Ranbir Kapoor, carries the genes of his legendary actor-film-maker and his grandfather the eminent Raj Kapoor. He is the son of popular actors of the 70’s Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor. Arguably, Raj Kapoor’s most successful son, Rishi made his debut as a leading man at the age of 20 with the film 'Bobby.' The Kapoor khandaan has been prominent in movies for almost nine decades. Image Credit: Insta/neetu54

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Kajol, Tanuja, Shobhna Samarth — The extremely successful Kajol and her younger sister Tanisha are daughters of the charming actress Tanuja and director, writer, and producer Shomu Mukherjee. Tanuja is a popular Bollywood actor and hails from a prominent film family. She is the daughter of leading actress of 1930’s and 1940’s Shobhna Samarth and producer Kumarsen Samarth. Legendary actor Nutan, known for several noted films such as Anari (1959), Tere Ghar Ke Saamne (1963) to name a few, is Kajol's maternal aunt. Image Credit: Insta/kajol

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Hrithik Roshan,Rakesh Roshan and J Om Prakash. — Superstar Hrithik Roshan is Rakesh and Pinky Roshan’s son. His father, Rakesh Roshan has acted in more than 50 films, including Goonj (1974), Awaaz (1984) and more. He has also directed several films in his career. His maternal grandfather was the famous film producer and director, J. Om Prakash. In January 2000, Hrithik made his debut with the blockbuster romance ‘Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai’, directed by his actor-father Rakesh Roshan. His chiselled body and looks, coupled with some insane fighting and dancing skills, makes him perfect hero material. Image Credit: Insta/hrithikroshan

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Suchitra Sen, Moon sen, Riya and Raima Sen. — Enchanting Suchitra Sen, captivated generations of Bengali speaking people with her grace, beauty and restrained performances. She has left a legacy in the film industry. Her daughter Moon Moon Sen slayed the Bollywood in the 80s with her courageous and bold stances . Her daughters Rima and Raima sen both actresses , have played memorable roles in Bollywood and Bengali cinema. Image Credit: social media

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Kareena Kapoor Khan and Karisma Kapoor — Kareena and Karisma Kapoor come from one of the most powerful families in Bollywood – the Kapoors. They are daughters of yesteryear superstars Randhir and Babita Kapoor. These actresses are grand daughters of the biggest showman of the Bollywood industry and founder of RK films Raj Kapoor. Image Credit: insta/therealkareenakapoor

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Kirk douglas, Michael Douglas — Kirk douglas father of Michael Douglas started his prolific career in 1946. The three-time Oscar nominee had four kids — Michael, Joel, Peter, and Eric, all of whom entered show business. Michael Douglas is a two-time Oscar winner known for his roles in films such as "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Wall Street." Michael's son Cameron was also an actor but his career was short lived. Image Credit: getty images

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Drew Barrymore — The Barrymore family is also one of the popular names in Hollywood. Sibling Lionel, John, and Ethel Barrymore followed in their parents' — Maurice Barrymore, and Georgie Drew Barrymore's acting footsteps. John's son John Jr. went into acting and his daughter is actress Drew Barrymore. Image Credit: getty images

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Sutherland — Sutherland family has won hearts for generations. Donald Sutherland has been acting for five decades, with his career startingi in early 1960s. Donald's kids — Kiefer, Rossif, and Angus stepped into show business. Rossif's most recent role was on "Reign" and Angus served as a producer on "November Criminals." Kiefer is well-known for his Golden Globe-winning performance as Jack Bauer on "24." He also starred in "Designated Survivor." Kiefer's daughter Sarah debuted her acting skills on HBO's hit comedy "Veep." She is best-known as Selina Meyer's daughter Catherine on this comedy show. Image Credit: getty

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