Ramanand Sagar’s Grandson Rejects Ranbir Kapoor as Ram in TV Series
· Entertainment · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
Shiv Sagar, grandson of *Ramayan* creator Ramanand Sagar, has publicly rejected Ranbir Kapoor’s casting as Lord Rama in a new TV adaptation, stating a ‘fresh face’ was needed for the epic. The decision comes amid plans to reboot the iconic 1987 series, which originally starred Arun Bakshi as Rama. Sagar’s comment highlights the creative divide over modernizing the portrayal of Hindu mythology, though no further details on the reboot’s timeline or cast have been disclosed. The controversy underscores the sensitivity around casting choices in religious adaptations. The exact reasons behind Kapoor’s exclusion remain unclear, as the project’s producers have not commented publicly.
Why it matters
This decision directly impacts the creative direction of a major Indian TV project, potentially delaying or altering the reboot’s production. Fans and producers of mythological content will closely watch how this casting dispute influences future adaptations of Hindu epics, given the cultural and commercial stakes involved.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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