Rishi Kapoor was known for his honest opinions and fun-loving nature. He passed away this morning leaving the nation in deep shock. He was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai last night and his wife Neetu was by his side. But did you know how he spent his last 2 years when he was receiving treatment? Well, he lived every moment. A statement issued by the Kapoor family reveals, “He remained jovial and determined to live to the fullest right through two years of treatment across two continents. Family, friends, food and films remained his focus and everyone who met him during this time was amazed at how he did not let his illness get the better of him. He was grateful for the love of his fans that poured in from world over. In his passing, they would all understand that he would like to be remembered with a smile and not with tears.” Bollywood celebs often used to visit Rishi Kapoor in New York where he took his treatment for a year. He had returned to India in September last year.