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Ranbir Kapoor Discusses Responsibility Of Playing Lord Ram
Ranbir Kapoor is playing Lord Ram in the movie Ramayana.
Some people have criticized the choice of actor for this important role.
Ranbir says the part is a responsibility, not just another film job.
He says he wants to respect people’s faith in the story.
Sai Pallavi, who plays Sita, said she was amazed when she first saw him as Ram.
Actor Arun Govil, who previously played Ram, praised Ranbir’s mannerisms and humility.
The movie is being made in two parts.
The first part is planned for Diwali 2026, and the second part is planned for Diwali 2027.
Ranbir Kapoor says portraying Lord Ram is a responsibility, not merely an acting opportunity.
He says his goal is to be worthy of audiences’ faith in the Ramayana story.
Casting criticism has raised questions about whether Kapoor suits the revered role.
Sai Pallavi says seeing Kapoor as Ram recalled her childhood image and left her awestruck.
Ramayana is scheduled for worldwide theatrical releases during Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
- Who
- Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Arun Govil, director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra are among those discussing the film.
- What
- The filmmakers released a behind-the-scenes video about Ramayana and its casting, while Ranbir Kapoor discussed playing Lord Ram.
- Where
- Ramayana is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release.
- When
- The video was released on Monday, Ranbir Kapoor’s 44th birthday; the film’s two parts are scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
- Why
- The behind-the-scenes video highlighted the making of the film and addressed the responsibility and criticism surrounding its casting.
Casting Critics
Film Team And Supporters
Suitability for Lord Ram
Casting Critics
Some critics question whether Ranbir Kapoor is suited to play the revered role of Lord Ram.
Film Team And Supporters
Arun Govil said Kapoor is the closest among currently available young stars to playing Lord Ram and praised his mannerisms and humility.
Responsibility of the portrayal
Casting Critics
The casting discussion reflects concerns about whether the actor can meet the expectations attached to the character and story.
Film Team And Supporters
Ranbir Kapoor said the role is a responsibility and that his aim is to be worthy of people’s faith in the Ramayana story.
Visual interpretation
Casting Critics
Some viewers may compare Kapoor’s appearance with the childhood images of Ram they remember.
Film Team And Supporters
Sai Pallavi said seeing Kapoor as Ram brought back her childhood image of the character and left her awestruck.
Key facts
- Film
- Ramayana
- Director
- Nitesh Tiwari
- Ranbir Kapoor’s role
- Lord Ram
- Sai Pallavi’s role
- Sita
- First release
- Worldwide theatrical release during Diwali 2026
- Second release
- Diwali 2027
- Other announced cast
- Yash as Ravana, along with Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi and Kunal Kapoor
Quotes
Ranbir Kapoor
Actor portraying Lord Ram in Ramayana
“I don't know if the picture is quite famous; there is a very slender Ram and his head is a little tilted… and there's a bow this way. There's a small and petite Sita. That is the image I remember from my childhood.”
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“Among all the young stars who are available at the moment, Ranbir Kapoor is the closest to play Lord Rama.”
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