Mukesh Khanna on Ranveer Singh: Why He Can't Play Shaktimaan

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, renowned for his iconic role as Shaktimaan, has recently addressed the rumors surrounding Ranveer Singh's potential casting as the superhero in a new adaptation. Khanna praised Ranveer Singh as a 'terrific actor' with unparalleled energy, but he firmly believes that Singh is not suitable for the role of Shaktimaan.

Reasons Behind the Rejection

Khanna cited several reasons for his decision, including Ranveer Singh's persona and past actions. He described Singh as 'too playful and mischievous' for the role, suggesting that Singh's demeanor does not align with the character of Shaktimaan. During a meeting, Ranveer Singh reportedly spent three hours trying to convince Khanna to consider him for the role, but Khanna remained unconvinced.

One of the significant factors contributing to Khanna's aversion was Ranveer Singh's nude photoshoot for a magazine. Khanna expressed his discomfort with this, stating that such actions do not reflect the values and image that Shaktimaan represents. He emphasized that the character of Shaktimaan requires a certain gravitas and seriousness that he does not see in Ranveer Singh.

Public Reaction and Clarification

Following the meeting, there were misconceptions on social media that Ranveer Singh had been finalized for the role. To clarify, Khanna posted a video stating that no decision had been made regarding the lead actor and advised fans to wait for an official announcement. He reiterated that the casting decision is ultimately up to the producer and not the actor.

Despite his reservations about casting Ranveer Singh as Shaktimaan, Khanna acknowledged Singh's talent and energy, but he remains firm in his belief that Singh is not the right fit for the character.