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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mukesh Khanna doubts if Ranbir Kapoor can pull off Lord Ram's character in 'Ramayana': 'He has an image chasing him…'
Mukesh Khanna is not happy with the casting of Nitesh Tiwari 's ' Ramayana ', especially Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. The veteran actor talked about the same in an interview. He expressed his doubts about Ranbir pulling off the role. Here's what the 'Shaktiman' actor said about the 42-year-old star. Mukesh Khanna on Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Ram in 'Ramayana' In an interview with Gallata India, Mukesh Khanna lashed out at Ranbir Kapoor's image in the industry. He also expressed his concerns about the portrayal of Lord Ram as more of a warrior than a peaceful man. He said, "They're showing Rama is climbing trees and shooting arrows. Krishna or Arjuna can do that, but Rama won't do it." Mukesh Khanna added if Lord Ram had declared himself as a warrior, he wouldn't have asked for help from the monkeys. The actor said, "He was enough, one man against Ravana." Further talking about Ranbir playing the role of the lord, Mukesh Khanna said, "From what I can see, I don't know if Ranbir Kapoor can pull off the Maryada Purshottam image of Rama." The veteran shared that he doesn't doubt the acting capabilities of RK. However, according to Mukesh Khanna, Ranbir has "an image chasing him, and that's Animal. I don't have an objection to it. He could do it." Casting director Mukesh Chhabra on getting Ranbir Kapoor on board In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Mukesh Chhabra said that he was not involved in getting Ranbir Kapoor on board for the film. The casting director added that Ranbir was already cast before he became a part of the film. He said, "But baaki sab discussions ka main hissa tha." More about 'Ramayana' Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus is reportedly a two-part film, with the first installment releasing Diwali 2026 and the next in Diwali 2027. It also stars Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Yash as Lankpati Raavan.
News18
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sudhanshu Pandey Says He Was Offered A Role Against A Compromise By A Renowned Filmmaker: 'He Is No More'
Last Updated: Sudhanshu Pandey opens up about experiencing casting couch early in his career, saying a renowned late filmmaker offered him a role in exchange for sexual favours. Actor Sudhanshu Pandey, best known for his successful stint on Anupamaa and current participation in The Traitors, recently shared some frank insights in an interview with Gallata India. A seasoned performer across films, TV, and music videos, Sudhanshu revealed that he, too, has faced the casting couch in Bollywood. He candidly opened up. He said, 'Yes, I have faced the casting couch. I have been offered work as a barter by a very renowned filmmaker who is now no more. God bless his soul, he was one of the greatest filmmakers. I was offered the role against a compromise." But he made it clear he holds no ill will toward the person. He said, 'I have nothing against them, I feel they are proposing a certain scenario to you – accepting or not is on you. I never worked to feed anyone's ego; whenever I said it wasn't okay with me, I refused politely. If anyone misbehaves, I might slap them. If they are made a certain way, I have no right to criticize them. If anyone forces me, then I can get very angry. It is normal for every man, and they should stand up for what is right." On the reality front, the actor—who has appeared in music videos, TV shows, and films—has taken on his first unscripted project with The Traitors. While weighing his options, Sudhanshu confirmed he had explicitly declined a Bigg Boss-style format. Once he understood the vision behind The Traitors, he decided the show suited him. Sudhanshu Pandey has worked in films, TV shows, and even music. He started his career as a singer in India's first boy band, A Band of Boys. Later, he acted in movies like Singh Is Kinng, Dus Kahaniyaan, and even a Jackie Chan film, The Myth. On TV, he became very popular for his role as Vanraj in the hit show Anupamaa. He has also done web series like The Empire, and recently appeared on the reality show The Traitors. First Published:
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sudhanshu Pandey says he faced casting couch in Bollywood: ‘I was offered a role against a compromise by a renowned filmmaker'
Anupamaa fame actor Sudhanshu Pandey , currently seen in the reality show The Traitors, has spoken openly about facing the casting couch in the film industry. In a recent interview with Gallata India, the actor shared a personal account of being propositioned early in his career. 'Yes, I have faced the casting couch,' Sudhanshu admitted. 'I have been offered work as a barter by a very renowned filmmaker who is now no more. God bless his soul, he was one of the greatest filmmakers. I was offered the role against a compromise.' 'I never worked to feed anyone's ego' Despite the experience, Sudhanshu maintained a calm and grounded perspective. 'I have nothing against them,' he said. 'They are proposing a certain scenario to you – accepting or not is on you. I never worked to feed anyone's ego; whenever I said it wasn't okay with me, I refused politely.' The actor added that while he's always handled such situations with composure, he won't tolerate forceful behavior. 'If anyone misbehaves, I might slap them,' he said. 'If anyone forces me, then I can get very angry. It is normal for every man, and they should stand up for what is right.' Sudhanshu Pandey: My resolution is to learn what not to do From boy band fame to films, TV and now reality Sudhanshu Pandey began his career as a singer with India's first boy band, A Band of Boys, before transitioning into acting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He has featured in films like Singh Is Kinng, Dus Kahaniyaan, and Jackie Chan's The Myth. His portrayal of Vanraj in the hit daily soap Anupamaa made him a household name. In the digital space, he's appeared in series like The Empire and is now exploring the world of unscripted entertainment with The Traitors. Sudhanshu revealed that he turned down Bigg Boss-style formats but agreed to The Traitors after understanding its concept and tone.
Indian Express
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sudhanshu Pandey accepts facing casting couch, says ‘one of the greatest filmmakers' offered him role ‘against a compromise'
Actor Sudhanshu Pandey, popularly known for his role in Anupamaa, is currently seen as a participant in The Traitors. Having been in the industry for several years now, Sudhanshu has dabbled in various mediums. Recently, the actor spoke to Gallata India, where he opened up about facing casting couch in the industry. He said that a very renowned filmmaker had offered him work in return of sexual favors. Sudhanshu said, 'Yes, I have faced the casting couch. I have been offered work as a barter by a very renowned filmmaker who is now no more. God bless his soul, he was one of the greatest filmmakers. I was offered the role against a compromise.' Also Read: Sudhanshu Pandey on publicly announcing his exit from Anupamaa, equation with Rupali Ganguly: 'Whatever I said was 100 percent the truth' A post shared by Sudhanshu Pandey (@sudanshu_pandey) He further went on to share that he doesn't hold any grudges against the filmmaker, 'I have nothing against them, I feel they are proposing a certain scenario to you – accepting or not is on you. I never worked to feed anyone's ego; whenever I said it wasn't okay with me, I refused politely. If anyone misbehaves, I might slap them. If they are made a certain way, I have no right to criticize them. If anyone forces me, then I can get very angry. It is normal for every man, and they should stand up for what is right.' Earlier in a conversation with SCREEN, Sudhanshu had also slammed the younger generation for their abusive stance. He had said that he doesn't relate to what this generation calls content. And cannot stand disrespect in any form. On the work front next, while the actor has no projects in the pipeline, his latest music video with the Band Of Boys and Asha Bhosale is scheduled to release soon.
