Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani recently shed light on Bollywood’s entourage culture, singling out Ranbir Kapoor as a rare exception. Hirani revealed that during the making of ‘Sanju’, Kapoor operated without a personal entourage, directly engaging with the entire film crew, a stark contrast to industry norms.
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Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani highlighted the high cost and debate surrounding actors' entourages.
Hirani revealed Ranbir Kapoor is an exception, having no entourage during the filming of 'Sanju'.
Ranbir personally communicated with all crew members, with Hirani never knowing his manager.
The actor directly messaged assistants for his needs, showcasing a unique work ethic.
The Entourage Debate: Industry Norms
The high cost of actors’ entourages has been a matter of debate in the film industry for quite some time. However, in a recent interaction, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani admitted that Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is an exception in this regard. According to Hirani, the actor does not have an entourage and personally communicates with everyone on set, including the entire crew.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Unique Approach on Sanju
Speaking specifically about Ranbir and recalling their experience while shooting the 2018 film Sanju, Hirani revealed that he completed the entire film without ever knowing who Ranbir’s manager was. He said, “I managed the entire film without even knowing who his manager was. There was no manager; he personally reached out to everyone. Every assistant had his contact. Anything he needed, he would directly message everyone. However, I do hear stories about entourages, and sometimes there can be an excess of people.”
Direct Communication: A Filmmaker’s Perspective
Apart from Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, the film stars Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. The film is planned as a two-part epic, with the first instalment scheduled to release during Diwali 2026, followed by the second part on Diwali 2027.
Ranbir Kapoor’s hands-on approach, as revealed by Rajkumar Hirani, offers a refreshing perspective on celebrity conduct in Bollywood. His direct communication and lack of an entourage during ‘Sanju’ highlight a unique professionalism, setting him apart in an industry often characterized by elaborate support systems.
