It’s all about loving your family: Ranbir Kapoor reveals ‘Animal’ is ‘R-rated Kabhie Khushie Kabhie Gham’
Ranbir Kapoor on Thursday said he has played the «most complex character» of his life in 'Animal', a film that he described as an adult-rated version of Karan Johar's family drama 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga of 'Kabir Singh' and 'Arjun Reddy' fame, the film's trailer showcases a violent world set against the backdrop of a troubled relationship between Ranbir's Arjun Singh and his father Balbir Singh, played by Anil Kapoor.
At the trailer launch, Kapoor was asked to describe the film and he said: "'Animal' is basically the adult-rated 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'".
«If I had to describe this story in a line, then it's about a man who goes to any length to protect his family. That's what the core of the film is,» Kapoor told reporters at the trailer launch here.
The event was also attended by Sandeep, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and producers Bhushan Kumar and Pranav Reddy Vanga.'Animal' will hit the screens on December 1.
Kapoor said it was inspiring to work with an original voice like Vanga, adding he would not like to call his character dark but a departure from his usual chocolate boy roles.
«I won't call it darkness but it is the most complex character I have played. Sandeep has given many colours to not just mine but every character.
He gives all characters different emotions, complexities and that is very exciting to portray.»
Playing a complex role can take a toll on any actor, which is why RK said it is important for a performer to learn the art of switching on and off.
«When I was starting this film, I became a father. Raha was born.
