Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who has given some fantastic performances in films such as Rockstar, Barfi and Tamasha, is ready for his next release Jagga Jasoos and says that he feels very proud and responsible at being Raj Kapoor’s grandson.
People often observe a striking similarity between Raj and Ranbir. When asked about it, the Ae Dil Hai Mushkil star said, “I miss him every moment of my life. Today I am here because of him, as he has shown me the path.”
Ranbir was speaking to the media on Friday at the song launch of Galti Se Mistake from his upcoming film Jagga Jasoos, along with co-star Katrina Kaif and director Anurag Basu.
Talking about the film and his character, Ranbir said, “My character is very interesting because for me, I never played a detective character and guy who stammers. I have done romantic films in my life but never done father and son story which is so emotional. This was very sweet and I felt very good in my heart and I hope it all comes through in the film.”
Ranbir and Anurag have earlier worked in the super successful Barfi. When asked about his experience of working with Anurag in Jagga Jasoos, Ranbir stated, “It has been phenomenal experience. While working with him in Barfi, I had no idea what was happening with us but when I saw that film, I was overwhelmed because it had a completely different process altogether.”
Jagga Jasoos boasts of an impressive line-up of A-list Bollywood actors and directors. “I feel extremely blessed and grateful because last two years weren’t good for me at box-office but to have film with Dada (Anurag), Rajkumar Hirani and Ayan Mukerji, I feel safe. Also they are gifting their vision to me and I hope I can repay this to them with my efforts.” Ranbir’s leading lady is Katrina Kaif in the film.
Unsurprisingly, the actor has high hopes from the film. “Its a bit superficial but when I entered this industry, I always dreamt of winning best actor award and giving good performances so that audience and critics appreciate my work. I always had a desire to win a best film award and I hope with this film we can achieve that”
Jagga Jasoos is releasing on July 14.
