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Kothare's Ramayana Role: Schoolmate Ranbir Kapoor Recall
19 Oct
Summary
- Addinath Kothare shares a school connection with Ranbir Kapoor.
- He plays Bharat, Ranbir's younger half-brother in Ramayana.
- Kothare dismisses Ramayana's social media negativity as algorithmic.
Addinath M Kothare, recently recognized for his role in "Nayyi Navelli," discussed his upcoming mythological project, "Ramayana," where he plays Lord Rama's half-brother, Bharat, opposite Ranbir Kapoor. Kothare revealed a shared past with Kapoor, having attended the same school, Bombay Scottish, with Kapoor being a senior. He recounted their brief interaction during school days when they were introduced by a mutual friend.
Addressing the social media reception of "Ramayana," Kothare suggested that negativity is primarily a result of algorithms, noting positive responses in his own feed. He emphasized the dedication of the filmmakers and his pride in contributing to a project that resonates deeply with audiences. The first part of "Ramayana" is slated for release on Diwali 2026, with the second part to follow.
Looking ahead, Kothare is also set to appear in the web series "Gandhi" as Gopal Krishna Gokhale. He confirmed that "Zapatlela 3" is in development and will commence soon, potentially releasing around Diwali next year alongside "Ramayana 2." Additionally, Kothare plans to direct a new film, which will be announced shortly.
