Ranbir gets full on fan-tastic

What happens when one of young India's coolest icons goes live for thousands of his fans? You get loads of attitude, tons of fundas and kick ass charisma, courtesy Ranbir KapoorYoungistaan fans were in for a treat when they got V.I.P. access to youth icon Ranbir Kapoor, in a live chat organised by a soft drink giant for their newest concept off the block Pepsi The Game.u00a0Fans had a blast as a bindass RK spoke about loads of stuff from working with Sanju Baba, to his first crush, to him being a diehard foodie. Over 21,000 fans watched this live chat. For those who missed it, MiD DAY has an exclusive sneak peek of the coolest excerpts. Enjoy!A fan asks Ranbir about working with Sanjay Dutt:u00a0I've grown up watching his movies. He's the only actor whose poster was mounted on my cupboard. I've been a big fan of his work; he's amazing to work with. Even at this age, the kind of enthusiasm he has, wearing that 5 kg outfit, staying in character so dedicated and true to what the brief (in the advertisement) demanded. I hope when I reach his age I am half as honest and as true to my work as he is.Divanshi asks Ranbir about working with Jacqueline: I loved working with Jacqueline. She is amazingly talented. She's been in the industry for barely a year but is extremely hardworking and beautiful.Raghav asks Ranbir whether age defines Youngistaan: No, it doesn't. It is your mindset, your frame of mind that you are in. You have to work hard and you need to be really smart, intelligent and spontaneous and not live a mundane life. Youngistaani isn't about a certain age, it doesn't come in any bracket, anybody could be a youngistaani; my father is a part of Youngistaan.Monisha asks Ranbir if he has a pet name: I don't have a pet name. I'll let you in on trivia about my family. They have a history of bad pet names. My father is Chintoo, my father's elder brother is Daboo, his younger brother is Chimpoo, my cousins, Karishma is called Lolo while Kareena is Bebo. So, they decided to not give me a pet name so that my name doesn't get ruined. Please call me Ranbir. Jacqueline FernandezShikha Baggi asks Ranbir about who is he closer to mom or dad: I love both of them but I am closer to my mom. She is someone I can talk to; discuss girlfriends' issues, movies... stuff like that.A fan asks Ranbir about how does he define himself: I have a simple life. I love the movies, acting and even watching them. I also dig video games. I've just begun playing the guitar and am truly enjoying it. I love soccer; it's one of my favourite sports. I like hanging out with friends, especially watching movies. Honestly, I am happiest on a film set.Ajay Pal asks Ranbir about his godfather: I don't have a godfather but yes; I have an idol my grandfather, Mr. Raj Kapoor. I look up to his work, him as a person, him as a filmmaker and as an actor. So, I'd like to think of him as my idolA fan asks Ranbir about his favourite IPL team: Being a Mumbaikar, I support Mumbai Indians, but I am more a soccer than a cricket fan.Kaushik asks Ranbir about his favourite food: I'm quite a foodie, from Peshawari food to Japanese food to ghar ka khana to vada pao to dosas. Food is a huge thing in my life. So if you want to keep me happy or make me happy, feed me good food. Sanjay DuttA fan asks Ranbir about his first crush: Honestly, I have crushes, every day. I am quite a beholder; as they say beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. But my first crush was Madhuri Dixitu2026 she still is.Mahi Bhaje asks Ranbir if Shah Rukh is better than him: I totally agree. He is somebody I have grown up watching; I am his big fan. He knows the brand. I'm trying to take his legacy forward, not trying to replace him. So yes, we share similar ideologies.Sarfaraz Khan asks Ranbir if he is a gym regular: I'm not very fond of lifting heavy weights or to maintain a heavy physique. I play football and cycle regularly so that keeps me fit.Mohsin asks Ranbir if he will visit Pakistan: I look forward to coming to Pakistan. My ancestors are from Peshawar. I love the culture, food and people. A fan asks Ranbir about his favourite films: My favourite film would be Raj Kapoor's Shri 420. Also, Life is Beautiful. Of the newer lot, I enjoyed 3 Idiots and Love Sex aur Dhokha.