Veteran actor Arun Govil, who remains synonymous with Lord Ram for generations of viewers thanks to Ramanand Sagar’s iconic television series Ramayan, has weighed in on the criticism surrounding Ranbir Kapoor’s casting as the deity in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious film adaptation, Ramayana.

Ranbir Kapoor faces fans scrutiny for Ramayana

As anticipation for the two-part epic continues to build, the film has also faced scrutiny from a section of audiences who questioned whether Ranbir Kapoor is the right choice to portray one of the most revered figures in Indian mythology. However, Govil has expressed confidence in the actor’s abilities and urged people to keep an open mind.