Actor Shah Rukh Khan expressed his wish to reunite with the ‘Jawan’ director Atlee in his latest Tweet on Thursday.

Reacting to Atlee’s birthday wish on November 2, SRK wrote on his timeline, “Thank you my Jawan captain. Missing the madness of our sets. Let’s create some more soon. Love you. (sic)”

Commemorating King Khan’s birthday on Monday, Atlee had shared on the micro-blogging site, “Happy, happy, happy Birthday King Khan, SRK sir! The song ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’ is lovely. Can’t wait to see you on a big screen sir, looking forward for ‘KING’. (sic)”

The filmmaker called Shah Rukh Khan his biggest inspiration in a post that further read, “Thank you for being my mentor, my guide, my well-wisher and my biggest inspiration in this incredible journey. The time spent with you has taught me so much -not just about cinema but about life, people and staying truly humble. Grateful, always”.

‘Jawan’ which also featured Deepika Padukone, marked the first professional association between Atlee and Shah Rukh. Aside from being a massive success at the ticket counters, the movie also bagged SRK his first National Award as ‘Best Actor’.

Congratulating the ‘Devdas’ actor, Atlee had written on his official handle, “Shah Rukh sir being near you itself is a great blessing, sir. As a fanboy, working with you and making a film and presenting it in a mass mode of SRK, sir, is a pure, pure blessing from God, and finally, God is so kind to give us back the greatest moment in our life. Can’t ask for more, sir. This is more than enough for me; I’m the best fanboy of yours, sir. Love you. Love you. Love you. Lots of love sir.”

Produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, ‘Jawan’ also starred Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, and Sunil Grover in prominent roles.

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.