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India.com
2 days ago
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Ranbir Kapoor In Ramayana To Amitabh Bachchan In Fakt Purusho Maate: 11 Indian Actors And Their Jaw-Dropping Transformation As Godly Avatars In Films
photoDetails english 2934333 Updated:Jul 21, 2025, 08:00 AM IST 11 Actors And Their Jaw-Dropping Transformation As Godly Avatars 1 / 12 11 Actors And Their Jaw-Dropping Transformation As Godly Avatars: Mythology has always intrigued our audiences. Many A-lister actors over the years in India cinema, have got the opportunity of playing godly-figures on the big screen. Today, let's a take a look at some actors who played these larger-than-life roles inspired by mythology, faith, or fantasy.11 Indian stars and their memorable performances where actors played God-like figures: Ranbir Kapoor 2 / 12 Film: Ramayana Part 1 and 2 Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is being made in two parts on a whopping budget of Rs 4000 crore. Backed by Namit Malhotra, the movie will see Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Ravie Dubey as Lord Lakshmana and Sunny Deol will portray Lord Hanuman. The mythological epic will release on Diwali 2026 and 2027 respectively. Sanjay Dutt 3 / 12 Film: Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! Sanjay Dutt redefined Yamraaj in Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!, giving the traditionally grim character a complete makeover. Dressed in stylish clothes and driving a vintage car, his portrayal was equal parts cool and compassionate. This version of Yamraaj was fun-loving, humorous, and even danced with the film's protagonist. Sanjay Dutt added emotional depth to the role, making death feel less like an end and more like a continuation of love, laughter, and family bonds. Rishi Kapoor 4 / 12 Film: Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic Rishi Kapoor took on the role of a heavenly figure in Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic, appearing as a benevolent guide dressed in pristine white. While the film leaned towards fantasy, Rishi's portrayal added emotional sincerity to its otherwise whimsical tone. He served as a moral compass for the characters, guiding them through challenges with a mix of humour and gentleness. Though the film received mixed reviews, Rishi Kapoor's performance was one of its most praised elements. Prabhas 5 / 12 Film: Adipurush Prabhas stepped into divine territory by playing Lord Rama in Adipurush, a modern reimagining of the Ramayana. The film aimed to present age-old values and stories in a contemporary cinematic style, and Prabhas delivered a composed, noble performance. His calm demeanour, strong screen presence, and unwavering expressions made him a fitting choice for the revered character. Despite controversies surrounding the film's visual style, Prabhas was praised for bringing dignity and honour to the legendary role. Pawan Kalyan 6 / 12 Film: Gopala Gopala Telugu actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan played the role of Lord Krishna in the Telugu version of OMG – Oh My God!, which was called Gopala Gopala. He is currently the 11th Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh since June 2024. He is also the Minister of Panchayat Raj, Rural Development and Rural Water Supply; Environment, Forest, Science and Technology in the Government of Andhra Pradesh as MLA representing the Pithapuram constituency. He is the founder and president of the Janasena Party. Akshay Kumar 7 / 12 Films: OMG – Oh My God & OMG 2 Akshay Kumar turned heads with his portrayal of Lord Krishna in OMG – Oh My God, where he played a suave, modern incarnation of the deity. Clad in sharp suits and riding a motorbike, he guided an atheist shopkeeper through a battle against religious hypocrisy. In the sequel, OMG 2, Akshay brought a more spiritual tone, portraying a messenger of Lord Shiva. His charisma and wisdom made both performances impactful, blending social commentary with mythological themes. NT Rama Rao 8 / 12 Films: Sri Krishnarjuna Yudham, Karnan Famous Telugu actor NT Rama Rao is remembered for playing Lord Krishna in 17 films, which is more than any other Indian actor has ever done. Some of these films include Sri Krishnarjuna Yudham (1962), the Tamil film Karnan (1964) and Daana Veera Soora Karna (1977). Katrina Kaif 9 / 12 Film: Hello In a surprising role, Katrina Kaif played God in Hello, an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat's novel One Night @ The Call Center. Rather than wearing traditional divine attire, Katrina appeared in a modern, minimalistic look, offering guidance to characters dealing with personal and professional struggles. Her version of God encouraged introspection and self-belief, shifting the focus from religious identity to inner strength. Though the film didn't make a huge splash, Katrina's role added an unexpected touch of grace. Gemini Ganesan 10 / 12 Film: Chakradhari Legendary Tamil actor Gemini Ganesan played Lord Krishna in his film Chakradhari back in 1948. He has who worked mainly in Tamil cinema. He was referred as Kaadhal Mannan (King of Romance) for his romantic roles in films. A recipient of the Padma Shri in 1971, he had also won several other awards including the Kalaimamani, the MGR Gold Medal, and the Screen Lifetime Achievement Award. Dara Singh 11 / 12 Film: Bajrangbali (1976) Bajrangbali is a 1976 Hindu historical film directed and produced by Chandrakant. Legendary wrestler-turned-Indian actor Dara Singh plays the lead role of Hanuman. This film was a precursor to Dara Singh making the role of Hanuman his own in the popular TV serial Ramayana. Dara Singh became the definitive Hanuman for an entire generation with his performance in Bajrangbali. His powerful physique, humility, and expressive eyes made him an ideal choice for the role of the mighty vanara god. Dara Singh's blend of strength and innocence brought reverence and relatability to the character, creating a lasting legacy in devotional cinema. Amitabh Bachchan 12 / 12 Film: Fakt Purusho Maate Amitabh Bachchan brings his signature gravitas to Fakt Purusho Maate, which is all set for its digital premiere on the JOJO App, a leading platform dedicated to premium Gujarati content. This Gujarati comedy-drama blends fantasy with social commentary. Set during the sacred 16 days of Shraadh, the film follows Purshottam, a spirited grandfather who returns from the afterlife to stop his grandson's marriage using magical tricks. Mr. Bachchan plays a divine guide who helps bring balance, wisdom, and humour to this generational clash. The film also stars Yash Soni, Darshan Jariwala, Mitra Gadhavi, Esha Kansara, and Mitalee Jagtap Varadkar.
India.com
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Shahid Kapoor Mischievously Labels Wife Mira, Brother Ishaan As ‘Fans'
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor funnily labelled his wife Mira Kapoor and his actor-brother Ishaan Khatter as his 'fans'. Shahid took to his Instagram stories section, where he shared a picture of himself sitting at a restaurant. The selfie had Mira and Ishaan standing next to Shahid, who is dressed in a powder blue shirt, smiling slightly. Mira and Ishaan pose with a big smile to get clicked. The caption on the image reads: "These fans I tell you....." Talking about Ishaan, who made his first screen appearance as a child in the 2005 film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!, which starred Shahid, was last seen in the series 'The Royals'. It also features Bhumi Pednekar, Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea, and Milind Soman. Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, the romantic comedy centered on a once-wealthy royal family in present-day India, facing financial hardships. Their fate begins to change when the family's heir partners with a hospitality entrepreneur to transform their ancestral palace into a high-end resort. He also featured in the music video titled 'Pyaar Aata Hai' with Tara Sutaria. The heartfelt song features vocals by Rito Riba and Shreya Ghoshal. Produced by Anshul Garg under Play DMF, the track was filmed against the stunning backdrop of Kashmir's picturesque landscapes. "Pyaar Aata Hai,' which marked Ishaan and Tara's first onscreen collaboration, was released on March 7. Meanwhile, Shahid is prepping for his upcoming film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. The gangster film also stars Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, and Randeep Hooda. It is set in Mumbai in the 1990s and is about the post-independence underworld. 'Arjun Ustara' is a love story set in the 1990s that is also full of action and gangsters. The film is set in the post-independence underworld of Mumbai. --IANS dc/
India.com
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
IMDb releases Top 10 actors list: Aishwarya beats Salman, this actor grabs the No. 1 spot, his name is....
The world of Bollywood is filled with glitz and glamour. With each actor giving their best to reach the pinnacle of success, there are only a few who become fan favourites. As we hit the mid-month of 2025 – June, IMDb has released the list of top 10 actors of this week. While many may think that the top spot has been secured by Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Deepika Padukone, or Akshay Kumar, let us tell you that the first spot is taken by an actor of the new generation. Yes, you read that right! Now, the actor who took the first spot is someone who recently featured in a web series, and the show is widely being loved. He is the brother of Bollywood's chocolate boy and has made his space in the industry with his hard work. If you are wondering who we are discussing, then the actor is Ishaan Khatter, brother of Shahid Kapoor. Ishaan Khatter recently turned heads with his series The Royals and secured the first spot in IMDb's list of top 10 actors. In the second spot, it is none other than Shah Rukh Khan, whereas Aishwarya Rai and Salman Khan took the third and fourth spots. Coming to Ishaan, he was born to actors Rajesh Khattar and Neelima Azeem. In 2005, he made his first screen appearance as a child in the film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!. Before making his debut, Ishaan worked as an AD for his half-brother Shahid Kapoor's film Udta Punjab. Finally, in 2017, Ishaan started his Bollywood journey with Beyond the Clouds. The movie was his breakthrough, and it also earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. Later, he featured in Dhadak. The movie also marked the debut of late actor Sridevi's daughter, Janhvi Kapoor. His career has also seen him venture into international projects like the British miniseries A Suitable Boy (2020) and the American miniseries The Perfect Couple (2024). Ishaan was recently seen in the Netflix series The Royals. The series gained widespread acclaim. Apart from Ishaan, the series also featured Bhumi Pednekar in a lead role.
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
How Ishaan Khatter crashed a film set and walked out with his first movie role: ‘The other mothers hated me..'
If there's one young star who's been making a serious impression in Bollywood both with his talent and that undeniably chiselled jawline that carried the brunt of OTT show The Royals, it's Ishaan Khatter. But as it turns out, his entry into Bollywood wasn't through a gruelling audition or months of training. In fact, it happened almost by accident, and the story is much cuter than you'd imagine. In a recent interview with Mashable India, actor revealed the unexpected way he landed his very first film role — as a child actor in the 2005 film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!, which starred his half-brother Shahid Kapoor. 'I can't claim to have auditioned or done any mehnat to get that role,' Ishaan admitted with a smile. 'Uss film meh 9 bacche the, and I was fortunate that my elder brother was the leading actor of the film and all. (There were 9 kids in the film, and I was lucky that my elder brother was the lead actor.)' He went on to explain that he would often accompany Shahid to the film set, simply out of curiosity and admiration. 'Mai set jaata tha unke saath. Jab yeh nayi film ke shooting shuru hui mai set peh chala gaya unke saath aur maine dekha ki 9 bacche hai aur sabko acting karna ka mauka mil raha hai and I was like 'Yaar, mujhe bhi karni hai acting.' (So I used to go to the set with him, and when the shoot for this new film started, I went along. I saw there were 9 kids getting the chance to act and I thought, 'Man, I want to act too.')' What happened next was a mix of timing and sheer serendipity. Ishaan shared, 'Toh unhone mera mann behlane ke liye mujhe frame meh bitha diya — ki jab tak shot set ho raha hai, usko baitha do. Toh bithaya unhone aur shayad camera chal raha tha and they realised that I'm not looking into the camera and I'm not conscious of it — mai baccho ke saath, shyly jaake baith gaya. Toh they were like, 'acha, roll kar do'. Woh pehla din tha shoot ka and somehow I found myself there. (So they sat me in the frame just to keep me busy while the shot was being set up. So they seated me, and I think the camera was rolling — they noticed I wasn't looking into the lens or acting self-conscious. I just sat shyly with the other kids. They said, 'Okay, roll it.' That was the first day of the shoot — and somehow, I ended up in the film.)' A post shared by Ishaan (@ishaankhatter) From there, what started as a playful moment turned into an actual credited appearance. 'Phir liney bhi aagayi, then I think all the mummies hated me ki isko kyun mili liney. Kyunki isko toh hona hi nahi tha, this was a joke. (Then I got lines too — and I think all the other mothers hated me, like, 'Why did he get lines?' Because I wasn't even supposed to be there — this was just a joke.)' Later, when the interviewer jokingly called him out for 'playing the nepo game' from the very beginning, Ishaan laughed and leaned into it, responding cheekily: 'Bohot hard.' While the conversation was lighthearted, Ishaan's transparency about the perks of his industry connections is a refreshing departure from the usual polished PR stories. On the work front, Khatter is currently making his 2025 Cannes Film Festival debut, where fans are excited to catch a sneak peek at his newest film Homebound.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Only reason to watch': Ishaan Khatter's abs steal the spotlight in The Royals despite disappointing reviews
The Royals has become the buzz of the town despite getting mixed reviews, and not simply because of its plot or acting. Ishaan Khatter has swiftly taken center stage thanks to his incredible washboard abs, causing social media to go crazy. His toned appearance has won praise from both critics and fans, demonstrating that occasionally a well-kept body can overpower a subpar storyline. People have been going gaga in a way that they've said that Ishan's abs are pretty much the only reason to watch the show. Ishaan Khatter's abs in The Royals break the internet Taking to X after watching the show, viewers wrote about how Ishaan has clearly worked hard on his physique and how fantastic he looks on screen. ishaan in the new royals show on netflix 😮💨 I need him #IshaanKhatter is all kinds of unforgettable in The Royals brooding, bold, and beautifully human. He truly is bollywood's new age hearthrob..😍#TheRoyals One wrote, 'Ishaan Khatter in The Royals is flawless, the only ONLY reason to watch that show.' The only person I was watching in The Royals was Ishaan Khatter cause WHAT A MAN!!!!!! I'm going to start watching the royals cause of ishaan khattar he's so sexy omg🥹❤️ Saw one tiktok of ishaan khatter in the royals and that was all the convincing I needed to watch the show 🤭 Ishaan Khatter is the only good thing about the royals. While I do like bhumi's movies, she is EXTREMELY miscasted in this. Should've chosen another actress for this role 😭 ishaan is literally the only plot in royals. so hot, so effortless. A second added, 'Ishaan is literally the only plot in royals. so hot, so effortless.' A third went on to add, 'Saw one tiktok of ishaan khatter in the royals and that was all the convincing I needed to watch the show.' Ishaan Khatter's role in The Royals Ishaan Khatter stars in The Royals as Aviraaj Singh, aka Fizzy, the eldest son of the Maharaja of Morpur. After his father's death, he becomes the new Maharaja of a royal family that is essentially broke and in debt. He is shown falling in love with an entrepreneur, played by Bhumi Pednekar, and together they take on the task of restoring the palace and carrying forward the late Maharaja's legacy. More about Ishaan Khatter Ishaan Khatter is the son of actors Neelima Azeem and Rajesh Khattar, and the half-brother of Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor. He made his on-screen debut as a child in Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!. His breakthrough came in 2017 with his first lead role in Beyond the Clouds, directed by renowned Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi. He rose to fame with Dhadak (2018), in which he starred opposite Janhvi Kapoor.
