Anupam Kher Reunites with Robert De Niro in New York, and a Simple Cap Makes the Meeting Even More Special
Anupam Kher shares a heartwarming reunion with Robert De Niro and Tiffany Chen over a meal in New York, complete with a thoughtful cap gift and cherished memories.
Some friendships in the film world go far beyond the screen. Anupam Kher’s latest reunion with Hollywood icon Robert De Niro in New York offered another glimpse of one such bond—one built on professional admiration, personal warmth and years of shared memories.
During his ongoing trip across the US and Canada, Kher spent time with De Niro and his partner, Tiffany Chen, at the Hollywood star’s home. What might have been an ordinary lunch between old friends became a particularly memorable occasion for Kher, who shared photographs and videos from the gathering with his followers.
The meeting came with an unexpected little keepsake. De Niro gifted Kher a cap, a gesture that clearly touched the veteran Indian actor. For Kher, the value of the gift appeared to have little to do with the object itself and much more to do with the person who gave it to him.
From Co-Stars to Close Friends
Kher and De Niro’s friendship began when the two actors worked together on David O. Russell’s 2012 film Silver Linings Playbook. The movie brought together two performers from very different cinematic worlds, but their association continued long after filming ended.
Over the years, their meetings have reflected that relationship. De Niro later showed his support for Kher by attending the New York premiere of Kher’s directorial film Tanvi The Great in 2025. The two actors also crossed paths at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, where De Niro received the Palme d’Or for Lifetime Achievement.
A Friendship That Still Feels Like a Fan Moment
Kher’s reaction to the reunion captured the affection and admiration he continues to hold for De Niro. He described the actor as both a dear friend and one of the finest actors in the world, while expressing gratitude for the invitation, the meal and the time they spent together.
What stood out was that, despite their friendship, Kher’s admiration for De Niro as an actor remains undiminished. For him, spending time with an artist he has admired for decades still carries the excitement of being a fan.
He also expressed his gratitude to Tiffany Chen and De Niro’s family, adding a warm personal touch to the reunion.
Why the Cap Became a Special Keepsake
Among the photographs, conversations and memories from the day, it was the cap that Kher highlighted. The gift may seem simple, but its sentimental value makes it special. It was a personal gesture from a longtime friend and a Hollywood legend whose work Kher has deeply admired.
Fans were quick to celebrate the reunion, with many appreciating the sight of the two celebrated actors together again. Their meeting was more than a Bollywood-Hollywood crossover—it was a reminder that genuine friendships can survive long after a film has wrapped.
As Kher continues his North American journey with Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane, his meeting with De Niro has emerged as one of the trip’s most memorable moments. And while the photographs will preserve the occasion, that gifted cap may just be the keepsake that makes the memory even more personal.