Ranbir Kapoor Dreams of Directing Family Dramas

Actor Ranbir Kapoor, currently engaged in promotional activities for 'Ramayana: Part 1,' has shared his aspiration to become a film director. He expressed that the constant mental engagement required in directing is what attracts him to the craft, contrasting it with the actor's experience of delivering scenes and waiting for the next cue.

Kapoor has recently begun writing a script, a process he described as significantly more challenging than anticipated, leading him to develop profound respect for writers and creators. He finds the opportunity for directors to bring a story to life with a team of artists a beautiful experience.

While not set on a specific genre, Kapoor leans towards slice-of-life stories and aims for his directorial debut to be a feel-good family drama, citing films like 'Life is Beautiful' and Rajkumar Hirani's works as inspirations.

With several sequels planned, including for 'Brahmastra' and 'Animal,' Kapoor, who works approximately 100-125 days a year, believes he has ample time for writing. He sees this period as potentially his last decade as a lead actor and aims to direct his own film within two to three years, specifically after completing 'Brahmastra 2,' 'Animal 2,' and 'Ramayana Part 2.' He also confirmed his upcoming role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love & War' alongside Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, scheduled for release on January 21, 2027.