Kunal Kapoor shared behind-the-scenes photos from Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, where he plays Lord Indra. The actor thanked the team for the ambitious project. He said, “Watching this film come together taught me what happens when people refuse to dream small.” Fans now want a spin-off featuring his popular character.
Kunal Kapoor has shared a glimpse of his experience playing Lord Indra in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, which is currently running in theatres. As the film continues to draw audiences, the actor took to social media to post a few behind-the-scenes pictures from the sets, along with a heartfelt note expressing his gratitude to the team behind the ambitious project.
Kunal Kapoor shares BTS glimpses as Lord Indra from Ramayana: “Watching this film come together taught me what happens when people refuse to dream small”
In his post, Kunal thanked filmmakers Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari for trusting him with the role of Lord Indra and giving him an opportunity to be part of the cinematic adaptation of the epic. He also acknowledged casting director Mukesh Chhabra for envisioning him in the role and bringing him on board.
Reflecting on his experience of watching the film come together, Kunal spoke about the scale of the project and the dedication that went into bringing it to life. Sharing his thoughts, he wrote, “Watching this film come together taught me what happens when people refuse to dream small, and then have the conviction to actually build that dream, brick by brick, frame by frame, with an extraordinary amount of love, passion and belief.”
The actor also expressed his appreciation for the entire cast and crew, including technicians, makeup artists, costume designers and everyone who worked behind the scenes. Acknowledging their contribution, he added, “Everyone who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this world come alive. So much goes into creating something of this scale. Every little detail matters, and you can feel the love and dedication that has gone into it.”
Meanwhile, Kunal’s portrayal of Lord Indra has also become a talking point among audiences. The appreciation for his performance has reportedly led to demands for a spin-off centred on the God of Gods, with Kapoor reprising the role. The idea has even sparked conversations about crowdfunding the project, with some viewers expressing their willingness to contribute towards its creation.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is currently running in theatres. Kunal’s social media post offers a glimpse into the effort behind the film while highlighting his experience of being part of a project of this scale.