'I cannot accept Ranbir Kapoor as Ram'; Ramanand Sagar's grandson Shiv Sagar says 'Animal' actor has 'too much baggage' for Lord Ram
- Posted on September 8, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Shiv Sagar, grandson of legendary filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, has publicly questioned the casting choice of Ranbir Kapoor for the lead role in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming two-part Ramayana adaptation. The producer-director raised concerns about whether the 'Animal' actor possesses the necessary spiritual gravitas and clean public image required to authentically portray the revered deity Lord Ram, citing his controversial past roles and media presence as potential obstacles to the sacred character.
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'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, grandson of filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, has opened up about the casting of Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming 'Ramayana'. The producer-director expressed reservations about Ranbir Kapoor taking on the role of Lord Ram in the highly anticipated two-part epic.
