Ranbir Kapoor

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Ranbir Kapoor is one of contemporary Indian cinema's most acclaimed and commercially successful actors, celebrated for his versatility and emotionally intense performances. Born into the legendary Kapoor film dynasty, he is the son of actors Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh. After studying filmmaking and acting in New York, he entered Bollywood as an assistant director to Sanjay Leela Bhansali before making his acting debut in the 2007 romantic drama Saawariya. Kapoor quickly established himself as a generation-defining talent, earning critical and box office success with diverse roles ranging from romantic comedies to complex psychological dramas. His filmography features iconic blockbusters and critically lauded films such as Wake Up Sid, Rockstar, Barfi!, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Sanju, and Animal. Over his career, he has won multiple Filmfare Awards and has been recognized as one of the country's highest-paid celebrities. In 2026, his global influence was highlighted by his inclusion in Time magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, coinciding with his starring role as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's epic mythological production Ramayana.

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