‘There Was Fear and Doubt’: Ranbir Kapoor Opens Up About Playing Lord Rama in Ramayana

The Bollywood star also shared a heartwarming personal moment, revealing that Ramayana will become daughter Raha Kapoor's first-ever movie experience in a theatre, making the project even more special for him.

Ranbir Kapoor: "There Was So Much Fear and Doubt"

Speaking about stepping into the role of one of India's most revered figures, Ranbir said he constantly questioned whether he was worthy of portraying Lord Rama.

The actor admitted that he wondered if he was capable of doing justice to such an iconic character. However, over time, that fear transformed into gratitude as he immersed himself in the project and its deeper spiritual and emotional significance.

Ranbir explained that instead of trying to be Lord Rama, he focused on presenting an honest and respectful interpretation of the character while remaining aware of the immense expectations surrounding the role.

A Film That Changed Him Personally

Ranbir has previously revealed that he initially turned down the project because he believed he was not ready to play Lord Rama. But as discussions progressed, he became increasingly drawn to the story and eventually accepted the role.

The timing of the film also coincided with one of the biggest milestones in his personal life becoming a father to Raha Kapoor.

According to the actor, fatherhood brought significant changes to his lifestyle and perspective. He described the overlap between embracing fatherhood and preparing to portray Lord Rama as a life-changing phase that helped him grow both personally and professionally.

Raha Kapoor Will Watch Ramayana First

One of the sweetest moments from Ranbir's interaction came when he spoke about his daughter Raha.

The actor revealed that Ramayana will be the very first film Raha watches on the big screen.

Ranbir said he is excited to share the cinematic experience with his daughter and hopes she enjoys watching the film when it releases. The revelation instantly resonated with fans, who appreciated the emotional connection the actor has with the project beyond his on-screen role.

Yash Praises Ranbir's Performance

Kannada superstar Yash, who plays Ravana in the film and is also one of its producers, praised Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of Lord Rama during the Comic-Con event.

Yash said audiences would witness "a beautiful Rama" portrayed with sincerity, sacrifice and purpose. He added that adapting one of the world's most cherished epics is an enormous responsibility and credited the entire team for approaching the project with authenticity and respect.

A Global Vision for Ramayana

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana is being mounted on a massive international scale with cutting-edge visual effects and a global production team.

The film stars:Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman

The makers have repeatedly emphasized that the film aims to present the timeless Indian epic to audiences worldwide while preserving its emotional depth and cultural authenticity.

Ranbir Kapoor's candid admission about feeling fear before portraying Lord Rama offers a glimpse into the responsibility actors experience when bringing deeply revered characters to life. Rather than seeing the role as just another performance, the actor describes it as a transformative journey filled with humility, gratitude and personal growth.

With Ramayana set to become daughter Raha's first theatrical experience, the film carries emotional significance not only for audiences eagerly awaiting its release but also for Ranbir himself. As anticipation continues to build, the actor hopes his heartfelt portrayal of Lord Rama resonates with viewers across generations.