Actress Alia Bhatt treated the netizens to some precious BTS moments of Ranbir Kapoor with their daughter Raha during the shoot of ‘Ramayana’, which reached the cinema halls on Thursday.

The primary picture in the post showed Ranbir posing as Ram, with what seemed to be a jungle in the background. The ‘Animal’ actor is kissing little Raha on the forehead in the sweet pic. This is followed by another photo of Raha lovingly holding on to dad Ranbir. Raha’s face was covered with a white heart emoji in both the photographs.

Expressing her pride for Ranbir, Alia wrote on her official Instagram handle, “You poured everything into this one and somehow still had all of it left for her (Red heart emoji) so proud of you Ranbir and of every single person who brought their heart and soul to this incredible experience at the movies (Sparkles emoji) (sic).”

“some stories are bigger than all of us & Ramayana is one of them (Folded Hands, red heart, Sun and Dizzy emoticon),” she went on to add.

Talking about Alia and Ranbir’s love journey, after dating for a few years, the couple finally tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at their Mumbai home in April 2022. These two welcomed their daughter, Raha, on 6 November 2022.

Many from the film fraternity used social media to congratulate team ‘Ramayana’ on the release.

Filmmaker Karan Johar shared on the photo-sharing app, “RAMAYANA ….. a story immersed in our cultural veins… a story generations have grown up on… a story that is an embodiment of Values, traditions and pure humanity….You have read it, seen it, told it… and YET to be BLOWN away by its cinematic adaptation is no short of a Miracle! I salute, I applaud and I have the deepest respect for each and every team member of Ramayana…. All of us can dream it… they actually went out and achieved it!!!! (sic)”

As Ramayana receives a positive response from audiences, one performance that stands out and leaves a lasting impression is Yash as Ravana. Bringing immense screen presence, intensity and depth to a character as multifaceted as Ravana, Yash proves yet again that he is not just a superstar who commands the screen but also a performer who continues to push his boundaries with every film.

From the moment he appears on screen, Yash commands attention. His portrayal of Ravana is a compelling blend of power, ambition, pride and complexity. There is a remarkable variation in his character, from moments of tapasya and restraint to the grandeur of a king who rules the three worlds. The ten-headed Ravana sequence further showcases the nuances of his portrayal, bringing out the many facets of the character and the magnitude of his personality. Yash brings a certain gravitas to the role, making Ravana larger than life while ensuring that there is depth to his portrayal. His expressions, body language and screen presence come together to create a character that stays with the audience long after the scene has ended.

The film’s most striking moments are elevated by Yash’s performance. The confrontation with Kuber, the battle against Indra and, most notably, the face-off with Jatayu stand out as some of the biggest highlights. The Jatayu versus Ravana sequence is particularly remarkable, with its scale, intensity and visual spectacle setting a new benchmark for Indian cinema.

What makes Yash’s performance even more significant is the journey he has undertaken as an actor. Yash has once again demonstrated that he is not limited to a particular image or character archetype. With Ravana, he ventures into a completely different space, showcasing his versatility and ability to inhabit complex characters. At a stage in his career where he could comfortably rely on formula-driven commercial entertainers, his decision to take on a character as challenging and multifaceted as Ravana speaks volumes about his ambition and conviction as an actor.

Beyond his performance, Yash’s contribution to Ramayana as a co-producer also deserves attention. Partnering with Namit Malhotra, he brings not just his star power but also a larger vision for Indian cinema. His involvement reflects a shared ambition to take Indian stories, rooted in our culture and mythology, to audiences across the globe. As an actor and producer, Yash has consistently displayed a keen understanding of scale, storytelling and the potential of Indian cinema to transcend boundaries.

His approach to cinema has always been about evolution. While his stardom and larger-than-life persona are undeniable, what truly sets him apart is his willingness to take risks, challenge himself and explore unfamiliar territory. With Ravana, he gets an opportunity to showcase a side of his craft that audiences have rarely seen before, and he makes the most of it.

Ramayana is yet another testament to Yash’s mettle as an actor and his vision as a filmmaker and producer. He continues to raise the bar for himself while contributing to the larger elevation of Indian cinema. In Ravana, audiences witness not just a superstar at the peak of his stardom, but an actor who is constantly evolving, experimenting and proving that his greatest strength lies in his ability to surprise. Yash doesn’t just enter a frame; he owns it.

Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor recently shared a heartwarming anecdote about Amitabh Bachchan.

He highlighted how the megastar would make time for his son Abhishek Bachchan despite his busy work schedule.

Ranbir revealed that Amitabh would even fly to Switzerland, where Abhishek was studying, just to watch his school basketball matches for two hours before flying back to the studio to resume work.

The anecdote came up during Ranbir’s appearance on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. Speaking about the bond between the father and son, Ranbir said Abhishek had often told him how his father would make sure to be present for all the important moments in his life.

Recalling what Abhishek had shared with him, Ranbir said, “Aur Abhishek mujhe hamesha kehta tha ki jab woh Switzerland mein padh raha tha aur aap itne busy the, aap itne kaam kar rahe the, par koi bhi agar ek important event ho uski life mein… ek basketball game ho, school ka basketball game ho, aap flight leke wahan pahunch jaate the, do ghanta basketball game dekhkar flight leke wahan wapas direct studio jaate the”

“Toh aapne bhi itni mehnat ki… aur ek zamana tha jahan pita aur bete ka rishta kuch alag tha, ek doori thi, you know aap itne busy the, shayad time nahi milta tha, lekin Abhishek hamesha kehta tha ki papa jitne bhi busy ho, woh hamesha time nikal ke jo bhi hamare zindagi ke mahatva moments the, important moments the, you were always there for that and I really, I congratulate you for that..”

(Abhishek always told me that when he was studying in Switzerland, despite how busy you were and how much work you had, you would make it a point to be present for every important event in his life. Whether it was a basketball game at school, you would take a flight there, watch the game for two hours, and then fly straight back to the studio)

(You made so much effort to be there for him. There was a time when the relationship between fathers and sons was quite different, with a certain distance between them. You were so busy that perhaps you didn’t always have the time. But Abhishek would always tell me that no matter how busy his father was, he would always make time for the important moments in their lives. You were always there for those moments, and I truly congratulate you for that)

Responding to Ranbir, Amitabh said that it was a father’s responsibility to encourage his children and be present for them whenever possible.

Amitabh said, “Yeh pita ke nate hamara kartavya banta hai ki jo santaan ho unko prerna di jaye aur kartavya karte rahe… agar unko achha lagne wala hai paanch minute ke liye bhi toh hum pahunch jayenge wahan aur agar pahunch sake toh avashya wahan thherenge… lekin ye baat jo aapne kahi thi na ki prem mein jo hai kartavya jo hai woh apne aap aa jata hai, hai ki nahi? … Toh jab prem hota hai toh kartavya bhi hota hai..”

(As a father, it is our responsibility to inspire our children and continue fulfilling our duties towards them. If something is going to make them happy, even for just five minutes, we will make the effort to be there. And if we can reach there, we will certainly stay for a while. But what you said earlier is so true: when there is love, a sense of duty comes naturally, doesn’t it? When there is love, there is also responsibility)

During the same conversation, Amitabh also spoke about how he has always tried to support Abhishek, especially when his films have not performed well. He said he has never criticised his son because he already faces enough criticism from people outside.

Sharing his thoughts, Amitabh said, “Alochana dekhiye karne ke liye bahut sare hazaron karodon log baithe hue hain, ji… agar ek aur ghar mein aa jayega alochak toh achha nahi lagta, ji… toh humne kabhi alochana nahi ki, humne bas kewal aashirwad diya ki koi baat nahi ye aaj film nahi chali hai, aage aur bhi filmein aayengi aur aur bhi kaam milega.”

(Look, there are thousands and crores of people out there to criticise him. It wouldn’t feel right if he had one more critic at home. So, we never criticised him. We simply offered our blessings and reassurance, telling him that it was okay if a film didn’t work today, as there would be more films and more opportunities in the future.)