Ranbir Kapoor calls Animal R-rated 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', Says Father Rishi Kapoor Was The Reference For The Role

The trailer of Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film ‘Animal’ was released on Thursday in New Delhi. The trailer launch was attended by Ranbir Kapoor, Booby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna.

Ranbir Kapoor described his Animal character as the most complex character he has ever played. 

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New Delhi: The trailer of Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film ‘Animal’ was released on Thursday in New Delhi. The trailer launch was attended by Ranbir Kapoor, Booby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna and the film’s director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. During the media interaction, Ranbir spoke about his character in the film and said he said he was reminded of his late father, veteran actor Rishi Kapoor while filming for the film. 

“Whenever I used to meet Sandeep, I used to ask him to give me a reference for my character. I have never felt things like this and subconsciously I remembered my father. I think the way he used to talk, he was a very passionate, aggressive man. So I have tried to take that from my father,” he told the reporters. 

Ranbir described his character as the most complex character he has ever played. 

"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, and complexities and that is very exciting to portray." Playing a complex role can take a toll on any actor, which is why Ranbir 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. So, I was doing all these things on set and coming back home playing with my daughter, it was surreal. When you're inspired, you work with a lot of ease. We finished shooting in 100 days," he was quoted as saying by PTI. 

Ranbir 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. 

Animal, also featuring Anil Kapoor, will be released on December 1.