Former India cricketer Kapil Dev was at the helm when India won the World Cup for the first time in 1983 beating the star-studded West Indies side at Lord’s. His inspired leadership and the team’s hard work paved the way for Cricket to become the most followed sport in India. Since there has been no looking back as India has become a cricketing powerhouse and many still credit Kapil Dev and his men for the evolutionary change.
Kapil Dev does not need any introduction. He serves as an inspiration for numerous young cricketers out there. This renowned man is the one who was the captain of the Indian Cricket team who went on to win the World Cup in 1983. The best thing here is that the young generation will be able to relive this historic moment on the screen again as a biopic on the cricketer and his team will soon be released into the theatres.
Kapil Dev loves golf. His family is migrated from Pakistan after independence. He has also written three autobiographical books. his love for food and exquisite cuisine made him open two hotels in Chandigarh.Born in Punjab into the family of businessmen, he was very active in sports. he has appeared in few of the Bollywood films playing himself.
Kapil dev’s wife Romi Bhatia is from Delhi itself where she completed her graduation.She is also a Punjabi. she is involved in charity works.They have a daughter Aaniya dev.
Kapil dev’s wife Romi Bhatia, though much is not known about her since she spends most of her time away from public view. She launched her husband’s books at various events.
The couple met in 1979 through a common friend. They started dating soon after, finally marrying in 1980. It was a close family affair where no cricketer was present. Their daughter Aaniya Dev was born after 14 years of their marriage.
The couple is a true example of a Punjabi family where they enjoy their time with food and drinks. Kapil Dev was rumored to have an affair with a Bollywood actress Sarika. His marriage has stood the test of time.
Their Single daughter Aaniya was born after fourteen years and she has been greatly loved by her parents since she is the only child
Recently, the legendary cricketer got candid about his love life and eventual marriage with Romi Dev during his interaction in #NoFilterNeha Season 5. Kapil opened up on his infamous proposal that is sure to crack us up. It so happened that the cricketer and Romi were inside a car when they came across a hoarding bearing an ad that featured him. It showed two of his teeth coming out with some butter. He is said to have asked her to click a picture of the same.
When Romi asked him the reason behind it, Kapil told her that they will show it to their children. The cricketer then reveals how she asked him if he is proposing to her. Well, he replied in the affirmative and we know the rest! Kapil Dev also opened up on how he convinced Romi’s family for marriage. According to him, her father was okay with it but it was her 90-year old grandfather who asked repeated questions upon knowing that he plays cricket. The former cricketer then compares it to the present context and says that if someone plays IPL in current times that means his life is sorted.
