Indira Krishnan, who is set to play Kaushalya in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming "Ramayana," has revealed that Ranbir Kapoor recommended her for the role. In an exclusive interview, Krishnan shared her experience working with Kapoor, praising his down-to-earth nature and exceptional acting skills.
Krishnan, who previously worked with Kapoor in "Animal" where she played Rashmika Mandanna's mother, expressed her desire to play Kapoor's mother someday. She recounts that during the script reading for "Ramayana," she was unaware that Kapoor would be playing Ram. To her surprise and delight, Kapoor reminded her of her wish, acknowledging that she had manifested it.
According to Krishnan, Kapoor is a respectful and grounded individual who treats everyone on set with politeness, from spot boys to co-stars. She contrasted this with other actors she has worked with who displayed arrogance and a lack of punctuality. Krishnan emphasized that she learned from Kapoor the importance of respecting one's work, which in turn garners respect from others.
Krishnan also shared anecdotes about Kapoor's personal life, mentioning how he often spoke about his daughter, Raha, on set. She revealed that Kapoor would ask her to bring books for Raha, and that all of her son's books are now with the toddler. While Raha did not visit the sets during Krishnan's time filming due to the intense heat, she acknowledged the possibility of later visits.
"Ramayana" has been in development for some time. The film boasts a star-studded cast, with Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. Veteran actor Arun Govil, known for his iconic portrayal of Lord Ram in a previous television adaptation, will play Dashrath. Ravi Dubey will portray Lakshman. Krishnan praised Kapoor's versatility and suitability for the role of Ram, expressing that she couldn't imagine another actor in the part. She also lauded the film's significant visuals and the strong performances from the entire cast.
Krishnan reflected on the previous adaptation of the epic, "Adipurush," and its failure, attributing it to poor VFX, weak character development, and controversial dialogues. She highlighted the sensitivity required when adapting such a renowned and revered story. "Ramayana" is expected to have visual effects and special effects of international quality.
