‘No More Films Like Animal’: Mahabharat Actor Urges Ranbir Kapoor to Choose Meaningful Cinema After Ramayana Trailer

By Alice Published: Jul 31, Friday, 2026, 10:07 [IST]

The new trailer of Ramayana is generating so much interest from movie-goers. As Ranbir Kapoor's interpretation of Lord Ram is a big deal, the popular and respected actor from the famous TV series Mahabharat is also very optimistic about Ranbir Kapoor's career.

Mahabharat Actor Advises Ranbir Kapoor to Avoid Films Like Animal After Ramayana Trailer
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The veteran actor loved Ranbir Kapoor in the Ramayana trailer and the actor said it is the kind of role in which he goes with his personality and maturity. And according to him, mythological and culturally significant films are those which can leave an impact on people and make a positive impact on society.

The comments come months after Animal was hailed as one of the most successful Indian movies of all time. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the movie had a strong box office performance but also caused much debate on violence and masculinity and interpersonal relationships in the movie.

Ranbir Kapoor played a villainous role and some people praised Ranbir Kapoor’s very emotional performance but others questioned some of the themes of the movie.

According to this contrast, Ranbir should choose films that reach audiences instead of making films that may generate controversy. He pointed out that actors of Ranbir Kapoor’s stature influence millions of fans and therefore have a certain social responsibility through the characters they portray.

The upcoming Ramayana adaptation is one of the most eagerly awaited Indian movies in recent years. The cast includes an impressive ensemble, big-budget visual images and a retelling of one of India’s most celebrated epics. The trailer has been praised for its grand visuals, production quality and faithful presentation of the timeless story.

Ranbir Kapoor is doing well in Ramayana to become Lord Ram and fans are really excited about it, many of them have watched him transform from his previous performances and say he is in a unique position to be Lord Ram. And on social media he has been compared to his Ramayana with the actor in Animal and has been the subject of a lot of comparisons between them and you are seeing so many people comparing his look in Ramayana to his look in Animal.

Film industry observers also point out that actors are looking for diverse roles and are looking for something new to do to challenge themselves in a creative way. Ranbir Kapoor’s career itself mirrors that diversity: from romantic dramas through to biographical movies and coming-of-age stories, action thrillers and now mythological cinema. And that diversity has made him one of Bollywood’s most versatile actors.

The veteran actor’s comments have also stirred up the larger debate about cinema and its place in society. Some think that movies are entertainment, and others artistic (and there’s no denying it), but mainstream cinema is very influential in public culture and cultural behavior, particularly among young people.

The most passionate fans of meaningful cinema would be to say that movies that share values such as compassion, courage, integrity, and social harmony can change the viewer’s view. And yet many filmmakers are of the opinion that cinema should also include more than one kind of human emotion and experience (like morally complex characters) without being so much about social messaging as it is about the social message to be done.

The diversity of storytelling in the Indian cinema industry is one of the best things that is one of the greatest strengths of the industry, industry experts say. The genres (from mythology and historical dramas to crime thrillers and psychological stories) have different purposes from art and entertainment. The audience decides which stories to follow.

Ramayana is getting more and more hype as more and more promotional material and even the movie itself are being released. But expectations are high because of the scale and cultural significance of bringing one of India's most cherished epics to the big screen.

For Ranbir Kapoor, Ramayana is another important achievement in his long career. Whether in characterization of emotionally complex contemporary figures or revered mythological figures, his performances continue to spark discussion among critics, audiences, and fellow actors.

As such, the veteran actor’s comments have brought the public attention on Ranbir Kapoor’s career moves to one more level. With Indian cinema as a business and a cultural storytelling medium, it is likely that we will never truly come to the end of films in the society as we know it.

As Ramayana has generated so much attention even before it gets out there, audiences will soon be able to judge Ranbir Kapoor’s latest performance about his career-defining role as he has played so often, one which many believe could be one of the most significant roles of his career.

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