Ranbir Kapoor says he would 'love to' work in a Pakistani film: 'I think there are no boundaries for artistes'

Actor Ranbir Kapoor was asked about his willingness to act in a Pakistani production at a panel at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah last week. Here's what he said.

Ranbir Kapoor, who attended the Red Sea International Film Festival last week, revealed that he would have no qualms about taking up a role in a Pakistani film. The actor was in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to speak about his 15-year career. He was also honoured by the festival with the Variety International Vanguard Actor Award. Ranbir was present at a panel, with an audience, where he was questioned about acting in another industry.

Ranbir Kapoor at the Red Sea International Film Festival (RSFF) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, (AFP) (AFP)

The actor was asked by a member of the audience, who also was a Pakistani filmmaker, if he was open to acting in the production if it was set elsewhere. He shared that in the last six years, Indian and Pakistani artistes have been banned from acting in each other's industries. The filmmaker said, “Now we have a platform like Saudi Arabia where we can jointly do films, I would love to sign you for a film. Would you be willing to work with the Pakistani team along with your team in Saudi Arabia?”

Ranbir responded, "Of course, sir. I think there are no boundaries for artistes, especially for arts. Many congratulations to the Pakistan film industry for [The Legend Of] Maula Jatt. It is one of the biggest hits we have seen in the last few years. Of course, I would love to.” Their exchange was recorded by another audience member on video.

The Legend of Maula Jatt, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, was released in October. Both Fawad and Mahira have acted in Indian films. While Mahira featured in Raees alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Fawad was a part of Khoobsurat and Kapoor & Sons.

Ranbir was last seen in the hit film Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva, directed by Ayan Mukerji. He was off the big screen for four years after starring in the award-winning biopic Sanju (2018). Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan and Nagarjuna were also part of the cast, while Shah Rukh Khan had a special cameo. His upcoming films include Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal and an untitled film with Luv Ranjan.