Ramanand Sagar's Shiv Sagar Breaks Silence On Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Casting; Says, "Cannot Accept Him As Ram After Animal"
Shiv Sagar said Ranbir Kapoor carries too much baggage from Animal for the role and argued that mythological parts work better with fresh faces.
- Shiv Sagar, grandson of Ramanand Sagar, expressed reservations about Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Ram in the upcoming Ramayana, citing Kapoor's violent role in Animal as excessive cinematic baggage for the role.
- Sagar argued that mythological roles require performers without extensive screen history, believing audiences often carry memories of previous characters into new projects, making fresh faces more suitable for Lord Rama.
- While praising the ensemble cast, including Yash and Sai Pallavi, Sagar acknowledged that the production likely cast Ranbir for a necessary marketing push, admitting the film might lack commercial visibility otherwise.
- Accepting that "the public is the king," Sagar noted that audiences will have the final word once Ramayana Part 1 hits theatres this November, with the second installment scheduled for Diwali 2027.
- Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and backed by producer Namit Malhotra, the film features an extensive ensemble cast including Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Vivek Oberoi, and Rakul Preet Singh, among various others.
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Ramanand Sagar's Shiv Sagar Breaks Silence On Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Casting; Says, "Cannot Accept Him As Ram After Animal"
Shiv Sagar, grandson of filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, has shared his thoughts on the casting of Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming Ramayana. The producer-director expressed reservations about Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Ram in
Shiv Sagar Questions Ranbir Kapoor’s Casting as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, Cites Past Baggage After Animal
Shiv Sagar, grandson of Ramanand Sagar, criticised Ranbir Kapoor's casting as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, citing his role in Animal and past baggage.
'I cannot accept Ranbir Kapoor as Ram'; Ramanand Sagar's grandson Shiv Sagar says 'Animal' actor has 'too much baggage' for Lord Ram
Shiv Sagar voiced concerns regarding Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of Lord Ram. He felt a fresh face would have been more suitable for the role. Sagar praised other cast members like Yash and Sai Pallavi for their roles. He acknowledged Ranbir Kapoor's talent and potential marketing benefits for the film. The public's reaction will ultimately decide the film's success and reception.
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