Ranveer Singh's Upcoming Role as Lord Shiva: Truth Behind the Rumors

Ranveer Singh's Career Milestone

Ranveer Singh is currently experiencing a remarkable phase in his career, with his film now ranking second among the highest-grossing films in the country. 'Dhurandhar 2' has been in theaters for nearly two months and continues to receive an enthusiastic response from audiences.

Rumors of Playing Lord Shiva

Following the success of 'Dhurandhar', fans are eagerly awaiting news of Ranveer's next project. Recent reports suggested that after portraying an Indian spy in 'Dhurandhar' and its sequel, he might take on the role of Lord Shiva on the big screen. It was rumored that he acquired the rights to 'The Immortals of Meluha', written by Amish Tripathi, under his production banner. However, these claims have been firmly denied by Tripathi.

Details on the Project

Some media outlets claimed that due to the overwhelming success of 'Dhurandhar', Ranveer is now focused on upcoming projects, including a potential portrayal of Lord Shiva. The film adaptation of 'The Immortals of Meluha' is currently in the writing phase, with Ranveer collaborating with Ananya Birla. They are actively working on this project, which is planned to be released in three parts.

Amish Tripathi's Statement

Despite the buzz, author Amish Tripathi has dismissed these reports, clarifying that he has not made any agreements regarding the rights. In a conversation with Variety India, he stated, 'The rights to the Shiva trilogy remain with me, and no deals have been made yet. I have great respect for Ranveer Singh and am a big fan, but these rumors are unfounded.'

Personal Life Update

On a personal note, Ranveer Singh is expecting his second child with wife Deepika Padukone. The couple recently shared the joyful news with fans on Instagram, posting a picture of their daughter, Dua.