📌 Key Points
- Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, sparking excitement.
- Raha’s fascination with Ramayana stories highlights the culture’s deep roots.
- Ranbir initially declined the role but changed his mind after Raha’s birth.
- Ranbir Kapoor also confirmed he will be playing a double role as Lord Parshuram.
Ranbir Kapoor, embodying Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, shared his daughter Raha’s delightful connection to the epic. Her innate interest in Ramayana stories inspired Kapoor, reinforcing the project’s cultural significance and his commitment to the role.
Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama: A Family Affair
Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor is essaying the role of Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana . The makers screened the film’s teaser at a grand event in Los Angeles for a select audience, and afterwards, the team interacted with the media. In a chat with AP, Ranbir revealed that he used to tell Ramayana stories to his daughter, Raha, and recalled her reaction to them.
He added, “She has so much interest in this story, which tells that this is in our DNA. The culture is so seeped into our subconscious that it comes very naturally — the love and interest come very naturally to us. We really want that to appeal to a larger audience and a global audience, and really share something that we have believed in for centuries and will continue to believe in for centuries.”
Raha’s Reaction: Ramayana in Her DNA
Ranbir had revealed during the LA event that he initially rejected the film, thinking he was not ready to play Lord Rama. However, the birth of his daughter changed things for him. The actor also recently confirmed that he is playing a double role in the film. Apart from Lord Rama, the film will also see him essay the role of Lord Parshuram.
Double Role: Ranbir to Play Rama and Parshuram
The teaser introduced Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. It was launched in 14 cities across India, with director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra themselves present at the Mumbai launch. The teaser also gave fleeting glimpses of other characters, including Lakshman and Sita. It also showed Yash’s Ravana stepping out of the Pushpak Vimana at the end.
Ranbir’s dedication to bringing the Ramayana to life, fueled by his daughter’s interest, suggests a heartfelt performance. The film aims to resonate globally, sharing a timeless tale with a modern audience, with Kapoor playing both Rama and Parshuram.
