Veteran actor Arun Govil, the face of Lord Ram for millions of Indians, has made a striking statement: no present-day Bollywood actor can truly embody the revered deity the way he once did.
In a candid interview, Govil addressed the surge in mythological remakes and didn’t mince words while expressing his concerns. “Three-four people tried recreating it, but they weren’t successful. None of today’s stars can play Lord Ram. Maybe someone from outside the industry could,” he stated.
His comments come as audiences await Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious two-part Ramayana adaptation starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi. While leaked set photos have sparked both anticipation and controversy, Govil’s remarks have reignited the conversation about whether contemporary actors can match the legacy of Ramanand Sagar’s timeless series.
As industry insiders and fans debate his take, one thing is clear—Arun Govil’s portrayal of Ram remains untouchable in the hearts of a nation, and any modern-day retelling has very big shoes to fill.