Ranbir Kapoor on Playing Lord Rama: 'Conscience Keeper' of Humanity
Ranbir Kapoor shares insights on portraying Lord Rama in upcoming 'Ramayana'.
Top Summary
- What happened: Ranbir Kapoor unveiled first visuals of 'Ramayana' in Los Angeles, discussing his portrayal of Lord Rama.
- Why it matters: 'Ramayana' is a highly anticipated film, and Kapoor's interpretation of Rama holds significant cultural weight.
- What changes for people: Fans gain insight into the actor's understanding of the iconic character.
- Who is affected: Audiences anticipating Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', especially devotees of Lord Rama.
'Ramayana' Unveiled in Los Angeles
Ranbir Kapoor, director Nitesh Tiwari, and producer Namit Malhotra presented the initial visuals of their film, 'Ramayana,' to an exclusive international audience in Los Angeles.
The event preceded the release of the first glimpse of 'Rama' on April 2nd.
Ranbir Kapoor on Portraying Lord Rama
During a Q&A session, Ranbir Kapoor shared his perspective on bringing the character of Lord Rama to life.
Kapoor described Lord Rama as the epitome of an ideal man, a figure of immense relevance even today. He called Rama a "conscience keeper."
"Lord Rama has been the conscience keeper of billions of people around the globe for centuries and long after. He will continue being so long after we have gone," Ranbir said.
He further elaborated on Rama's virtues:
- Compassion
- Courage
- Righteousness
- Forgiveness
He emphasized the term 'Maryada Purushottam' to describe Lord Rama, signifying an ideal man.
First Look Impressions
A special screening in Los Angeles showcased footage of the mythological epic to a packed audience.
Social media has been buzzing with excitement, as photos and videos from the event surfaced, offering glimpses of the film.
More on Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana
Nitesh Tiwari’s 'Ramayana' is one of the most awaited films of the year.
The initial 3-minute glimpse, unveiled on July 3, 2025, displayed contrasting portrayals of Yash as Ravana and Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama.
The clip included visuals of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva, alluding to the film's grand mythological scale.
It featured Ranbir climbing a tree and wielding a bow and arrow.
The Cast and Crew
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, 'Ramayana' features a stellar cast:
- Sai Pallavi as Sita
- Ravi Dubey as Lakshman
- Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman
Legendary composer Hans Zimmer joins AR Rahman for the film's music.
Release Dates
'Ramayana Part One' is slated for a worldwide release in October 2026, ahead of Diwali.
The second part of the film will be released in 2027.
What to Watch Next
Keep an eye out for more promotional material and trailers as the release date approaches. Also watch for news about advanced booking dates.