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Namit Malhotra Hails Ranbir Kapoor as "Finest Actor of Our Generation"

Producer Namit Malhotra has publicly praised Ranbir Kapoor, calling him the finest actor of their generation and expressing full confidence in his portrayal of Lord Rama in the upcoming film 'Ramayana'. He celebrated Kapoor's inclusion in the TIME 100 Most Influential People of 2026 as a well-deserved global recognition. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is a major two-part epic featuring a stellar cast including Sai Pallavi and Yash. The first part is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 theatrical release.

Key Points: Namit Malhotra Praises Ranbir Kapoor's Role in 'Ramayana'

  • Praise for Ranbir's resilience
  • Confidence in his portrayal of Lord Rama
  • Celebration of TIME 100 inclusion
  • Film is a major two-part epic
  • Star-studded cast and crew
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"Finest actor of our generation": Namit Malhotra lauds Ranbir Kapoor's performance in 'Ramayana'

Producer Namit Malhotra lauds Ranbir Kapoor's resilience and performance as Lord Rama in the upcoming epic 'Ramayana', celebrating his TIME 100 recognition.

"You are, without doubt, the finest actor of our generation. - Namit Malhotra"

Mumbai, April 17

Producer Namit Malhotra reflected on his professional and personal bond with Ranbir Kapoor, recalling the time when they used to share meals to finally collaborating for the film 'Ramayana'.

Taking to his X handle, Namit praised Ranbir's "resilience" and talent while expressing his confidence in the actor's performance as Lord Rama in the upcoming mythological film 'Ramayana'.

Namot Malhotra wrote, "From watching our fathers share meals and laughter to now, four decades later, coming together to tell one of the greatest epics of all time. It's been quite a journey. I have witnessed your journey closely. The highs, the setbacks, the quiet resilience, and the way you've stayed so grounded through it all, both on and off screen. There was never a doubt in my mind. There is no one better to portray Lord Rama."

He also celebrated the actor's inclusion in TIME's 100 Most Influential People of 2026, calling it a well-deserved global recognition and the beginning of greater achievement in future.

"You are, without doubt, the finest actor of our generation. Being named among @TIME's 100 Most Influential People of 2026 feels absolutely deserving. It's great to see the world finally take notice of you and your talent. This is just the beginning, my friend. More power to you," concluded Namit Malhotra.

'Ramayana' is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra. It is planned as a two-part series and is one of the biggest projects in Indian cinema.

Inspired by the ancient epic Ramayana, the film revolves around the story of Rama, who is believed to be an avatar of Lord Vishnu. It follows his journey as a prince of Ayodhya, his exile, and his battle with Ravana.

Besides Ranbir, the film stars Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The music for the film is composed by Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman.

Earlier, the makers unveiled a special glimpse of the movie, introducing Ranbir as Lord Rama. The teaser for 'Ramayana: The Introduction' gives fans a first look at Ranbir in his role. Ravi Dubey and Sai Pallavi appear only briefly in a few shots, along with glimpses of Ravana's kingdom.

The video, titled Rama, mainly focuses on the journey and adventures of Lord Rama. The visuals stand out for their grand scale and impressive appeal.

The first part of 'Ramayana' is set to release in theatres during Diwali 2026, while the second part is expected to release in Diwali 2027.

- ANI

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Vikram M
Namit's words carry a lot of weight. Casting is crucial for such an epic, and having Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman together is a dream. The expectations are sky-high now. Hope the storytelling does justice to our culture.
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Rohit P
While I respect Ranbir's talent, calling him "the finest actor of our generation" feels like a stretch. We have so many brilliant actors like Vijay Sethupathi, Rajkummar Rao, and others who are equally, if not more, versatile. This praise seems a bit too personal.
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Ananya R
The teaser gave me goosebumps! The scale looks massive. Sunny Deol as Hanuman is perfect casting. Just hoping they don't take too many creative liberties with our sacred epic. Releasing during Diwali is a masterstroke! 🪔
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David E
As someone new to Indian cinema, this project sounds fascinating. The collaboration between Zimmer and Rahman alone is a huge draw. Looking forward to learning about this epic story through what seems like a monumental film.
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Siddharth J
TIME's 100 list for 2026? That's some serious future prediction! 😄 But on a serious note, global recognition for our artists is always welcome. Hope this opens more doors for Indian cinema worldwide.

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