Kunal Kapoor lauds Yash's Ravana in Ranbir Kapoor starrer 'Ramayana': "Ravana would be proud!”
ETimes | July 30, 2026 7:39 PM CST
Ahead of the November theatrical release of Nitesh Tiwari 's ‘Ramayana’, anticipation for the film continues to grow, and actor Kunal Kapoor has added to the wave of praise for co-stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash . In a recent fan interaction on X, the actor spoke about what it was like working with the two actors and shared his views on their performances in one of the year's most anticipated films.
Kunal Kapoor shares fan art inspired by Yash and the 'Ramayana' cast
On July 29, Kunal Kapoor made fans happy by posting a collection of artwork on X, drawing inspiration from his Ramayana character, Lord Indra. The post showcased multiple fan-made illustrations celebrating the much-anticipated epic, leading the actor to pen a warm note of thanks. He wrote, "Thank you for all this art. More than I can fit here. Airavat and I are grateful. Didn't know the god of thunder had a blonde phase though."
Yash's Ravana leaves Kunal Kapoor impressed, fans get candid replies
Kunal also engaged with fans in the comments section. When one fan asked how Yash was as Ravana, the actor didn't hesitate to praise him, replying, "Incredible! Ravana would be proud!" Another user wanted to know about his experience working with Ranbir Kapoor, to which the Rang De Basanti actor responded with high praise, "Giga chad. A star without any baggage of stardom."
Yash to play Ravana alongside Kunal Kapoor's Lord Indra in 'Ramayana'
In the upcoming mythological epic, Kunal Kapoor is set to play Lord Indra, alongside ‘KGF’ star Yash, who takes on the role of Ravana, and Animal actor Ranbir, who portrays Lord Ram in the title role. Besides sharing fan-made artwork, Kunal also engaged with fans through the comments section.
Nitesh Tiwari's two-part 'Ramayana'
Nitesh Tiwari's ‘Ramayana’ boasts a stellar cast, with Ranbir essaying Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi playing Sita, and Yash taking on the role of Ravana. Ravie Dubey will be seen as Lord Lakshman, while Kunal Kapoor, Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Arun Govil, Shibhana, Indira Krishnan and Sheeba Chaddha round out the supporting cast in key roles. Ever since it was announced, the mythological epic has generated massive anticipation, with audiences especially keen to witness Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Yash as Ravana. The film's official trailer was released today, July 30, during the auspicious Brahma Muhurat. ‘Ramayana’ is set to release in two parts, with the first chapter hitting theatres on Diwali 2026 and the second following on Diwali 2027.
Kunal Kapoor praised co-stars Yash and Ranbir Kapoor from Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, calling Yash's Ravana "incredible" and Ranbir "a star without baggage." Kapoor plays Lord Indra, alongside Yash as Ravana and Ranbir as Ram. The trailer released July 30; the two-part epic arrives in theatres on Diwali 2026 and 2027.
Kunal Kapoor shares fan art inspired by Yash and the 'Ramayana' cast
On July 29, Kunal Kapoor made fans happy by posting a collection of artwork on X, drawing inspiration from his Ramayana character, Lord Indra. The post showcased multiple fan-made illustrations celebrating the much-anticipated epic, leading the actor to pen a warm note of thanks. He wrote, "Thank you for all this art. More than I can fit here. Airavat and I are grateful. Didn't know the god of thunder had a blonde phase though."
Yash's Ravana leaves Kunal Kapoor impressed, fans get candid replies
Kunal also engaged with fans in the comments section. When one fan asked how Yash was as Ravana, the actor didn't hesitate to praise him, replying, "Incredible! Ravana would be proud!" Another user wanted to know about his experience working with Ranbir Kapoor, to which the Rang De Basanti actor responded with high praise, "Giga chad. A star without any baggage of stardom."
Yash to play Ravana alongside Kunal Kapoor's Lord Indra in 'Ramayana'
In the upcoming mythological epic, Kunal Kapoor is set to play Lord Indra, alongside ‘KGF’ star Yash, who takes on the role of Ravana, and Animal actor Ranbir, who portrays Lord Ram in the title role. Besides sharing fan-made artwork, Kunal also engaged with fans through the comments section.
Nitesh Tiwari's two-part 'Ramayana'
Nitesh Tiwari's ‘Ramayana’ boasts a stellar cast, with Ranbir essaying Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi playing Sita, and Yash taking on the role of Ravana. Ravie Dubey will be seen as Lord Lakshman, while Kunal Kapoor, Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Arun Govil, Shibhana, Indira Krishnan and Sheeba Chaddha round out the supporting cast in key roles. Ever since it was announced, the mythological epic has generated massive anticipation, with audiences especially keen to witness Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Yash as Ravana. The film's official trailer was released today, July 30, during the auspicious Brahma Muhurat. ‘Ramayana’ is set to release in two parts, with the first chapter hitting theatres on Diwali 2026 and the second following on Diwali 2027.
Kunal Kapoor praised co-stars Yash and Ranbir Kapoor from Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, calling Yash's Ravana "incredible" and Ranbir "a star without baggage." Kapoor plays Lord Indra, alongside Yash as Ravana and Ranbir as Ram. The trailer released July 30; the two-part epic arrives in theatres on Diwali 2026 and 2027.
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