Addinath M Kothare Supports Ranbir Kapoor's Role in Ramayana

Ranbir Kapoor's Portrayal of Rama in Ramayana

In April, Nitesh Tiwari revealed the first look of Ranbir Kapoor as Rama in the anticipated mythological film, Ramayana. The teaser, named Rama, received a variety of reactions online. As Ranbir takes on the role of this revered figure from Hindu mythology, audiences have expressed their opinions in different ways. Amidst the mixed feedback regarding the casting choice, Addinath M Kothare, who plays Bharat in Ramayana, came to his defense. In an exclusive chat with Zoom, Kothare praised Ranbir, calling him one of the most genuine actors in contemporary Indian cinema.

Addinath M Kothare Defends the Casting in Ramayana

During his conversation with Zoom, Addinath remarked, “Ramayana is an extraordinary and ambitious project in Indian cinema. I take immense pride in being part of it. I had the opportunity to observe Ranbir Kapoor in action, and he is truly one of the most dedicated and sincere actors I have encountered.”

Addinath M Kothare Commends Ranbir Kapoor's Performance

He continued, “I am genuinely proud of how he has approached the character of Rama and the manner in which he has brought our legendary hero to life. I believe the audience will appreciate our hard work. Ramayana is a heartfelt artistic endeavor.”

About Detective Dhananjay

On the professional front, Addinath's Marathi series, Detective Dhananjay- Rahasyajaal, is currently available for streaming on Marathi ZEE5. The series features Pushkaraj Chirputkar, is directed by Shrirang Godbole, and is based on the renowned literary work of Baburao Arnalkar. It was produced by Indian Magic Eye and Storyteller's Nook, premiering on May 1.

Details on Ramayana

Ramayana is set to hit theaters this Diwali and includes a star-studded cast featuring Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshmana, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. The film will also showcase Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Arun Govil as Dashrath, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, and Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha. Additional cast members include Amitabh Bachchan as Jatayu and the film's narrator, Vivek Oberoi as Vidyut Jihva, Suhail Nayyar as Sugriva, and Kunal Kapoor as Indra. Ramayana is planned as a two-part series, with the first installment releasing this Diwali and the second part slated for 2027. According to co-producer Namit Malhotra, the total budget for the film series is estimated at around USD 500 million, or approximately Rs 4,000 crore, although specific budget details have not been disclosed.