Ranbir Kapoor made a significant career decision, opting to star as Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ over the much-anticipated Kishore Kumar biopic, a choice director Anurag Basu calls “the right decision.”
The ‘Tough Choice’ for Ranbir
Ranbir Kapoor was faced with a difficult dilemma: commit to the mythological epic ‘Ramayana’ or the long-gestating biopic on legendary singer Kishore Kumar. According to director Anurag Basu, who was set to helm the Kishore Kumar film, clashing schedules forced Ranbir to pick one.
Basu revealed in a recent interview that Ranbir found this decision “very difficult.” The actor ultimately prioritized the ambitious mythological project.
Anurag Basu’s Perspective
Despite losing his lead actor, Anurag Basu fully supports Ranbir’s choice. “In the end, he chose Ramayana, and I think it was the right decision,” Basu told BBC News. This insight comes from a director who has previously collaborated with Ranbir on critically acclaimed films like ‘Barfi!’ and ‘Jagga Jasoos.’
A History of Collaboration and Future Hopes
Ranbir Kapoor and Anurag Basu share a strong professional bond, having created memorable cinema together. While both have expressed a desire to work again, their packed schedules have consistently made it challenging.
Basu noted, “We keep trying to work together, but it’s just not happening,” highlighting the ongoing difficulty in aligning their busy calendars for a new project.
The Elusive Kishore Kumar Biopic
With Ranbir stepping away, the Kishore Kumar biopic’s future remains uncertain. Rumors had surfaced suggesting Aamir Khan might take on the iconic role. However, Anurag Basu is keeping details under wraps, cautious about jinxing the project.
He emphasized to Mid-Day that he won’t speak about it until “everything is finalised and the contract is signed,” given the film’s decade-long development journey filled with “many ups and downs.”
‘Ramayana’: The Epic Ahead
Ranbir Kapoor is now fully immersed in portraying Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious two-part ‘Ramayana.’ The film boasts a stellar cast, including Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, Arun Govil, Ravi Dubey, and Lara Dutta in pivotal roles.
Fans can look forward to the grand cinematic experience with release dates planned for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
- Ranbir Kapoor chose ‘Ramayana’ over the Kishore Kumar biopic due to scheduling conflicts.
- Director Anurag Basu believes Ranbir’s decision was “the right one.”
- The Kishore Kumar biopic, in development for over a decade, is yet to finalize its lead actor.
- ‘Ramayana’ will be released in two parts, hitting screens on Diwali 2026 and 2027.
This strategic move by Ranbir Kapoor sets the stage for what promises to be one of the most anticipated mythological films in recent memory, while the industry eagerly awaits news on the future of the Kishore Kumar biopic.
