Ramanand Sagar's son says Ranbir Kapoor has 'too much baggage' to play Lord Ram
Shiv Sagar, son of Ramanand Sagar, expressed reservations about Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Ram in the upcoming film adaptation of the Ramayana. He cited Kapoor's recent 'Animal' movie role as creating 'baggage' that may conflict with the character's portrayal.
Why it matters
Casting choices in culturally significant religious epics often spark intense public debate regarding actor suitability and cultural sensitivity.
Over the decades, the 'Ramayana' has been adapted multiple times for both television and cinema, but Ramanand Sagar’s late-1980s TV series continues to be regarded as one of the most beloved retellings of the epic. As Nitesh Tiwari prepares to bring the story back to the big screen with 'Ramayana', the film has already sparked conversations over its casting. Following the release of the trailer, a section of viewers questioned the choice of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita.
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