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From Saawariya to Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar: 10 times Ranbir Kapoor stole hearts with his lover boy charm
Updated On: 27 September, 2024 07:10 PM IST | Shachi Chaturvedi
Ranbir Kapoor in his lover boy role is something we just can't get over! From Saawariya to the recently released Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, Kapoor has stolen hearts a billion times. On Ranbir Kapoor's birthday, let's take a look at the times he captured our hearts as the ultimate lover boy in some of his most memorable films:

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Saawariya (2007)
- Character: Raj
- Plot: Ranbir Kapoor's debut as the dreamy, idealistic romantic won over audiences with his heartfelt portrayal of a man hopelessly in love, earning him the "lover boy" title right from the start.
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Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008)
- Character: Raj Sharma
- Plot: As a man who learns from his mistakes with love over three different relationships, Ranbir’s flirty yet emotional performance establishes him as the quintessential romantic hero.

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Wake Up Sid (2009)
- Character: Sid Mehra
- Plot: As a carefree, immature guy who grows up through the course of the film, Ranbir’s adorable chemistry with Konkona Sen Sharma melted hearts, showing his softer, emotional side in love.
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Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani (2009)
- Character: Prem Shankar Sharma
- Plot: In this fun-filled romantic comedy, Ranbir’s goofy and innocent lover-boy act, paired with his hilarious antics to win over Katrina Kaif’s character, made him one of Bollywood’s favourite romantic heroes.

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Anjaana Anjaani (2010)
- Character: Akash
- Plot: In this unconventional love story, Ranbir’s playful yet emotional take on love with Priyanka Chopra’s character made him a lovable, relatable romantic figure.
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Barfi! (2012)
- Character: Murphy "Barfi" Johnson
- Plot: Ranbir stole hearts as a hearing and speech-impaired lover with his pure, innocent, and selfless love for two women, played by Priyanka Chopra and Ileana D’Cruz, making this an unforgettable performance.

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Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)
- Character: Kabir "Bunny" Thapar
- Plot: Bunny's carefree, adventurous personality transforms when he realizes the value of love and relationships. His on-screen chemistry with Deepika Padukone added a passionate intensity to this iconic role.
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Tamasha (2015)
-Character: Ved Vardhan Sahni
-Plot: Ranbir delivers a strong performance as Ved. His chemistry with Deepika Padukone elevates the emotional intensity of this rollercoaster love story. The first half showcases Ranbir in his familiar lover-boy avatar, while the second half delves deeper into the character's emotional turmoil

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Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016)
- Character: Ayan Sanger
- Plot: Playing a passionate, yet vulnerable lover in a story of unrequited love, Ranbir’s portrayal of the heartbroken Ayan won over audiences with his intense emotional depth.
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Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar (2023)
- Character: Mickey
- Plot: Ranbir plays a suave, modern lover in this romantic comedy, blending his charm with wit and playful energy, making him irresistible in a fresh new love story. His chemistry with Shraddha Kapoor made jaws drop

