Ranveer Singh Compares ‘83’ With This Oscar-Winning Film!

In a recent interview, Ranveer talks about his last release 83, and everything that made the film a ‘masterpiece’.

Ranveer Singh is an actor who doesn’t require an introduction. The talented actor has time after time proved his brilliance owing to his charismatic screen presence and top-notch acting skills. Sure the actor has many feathers to his cap, his latest feather was indeed his sports film, “83”. While discussing the minute details that not only made the film a success, Ranveer also revealed a lot about his acting career and the aftermath of the release of the film.

In the interview, Ranveer mentioned how we need more films like “83” to take our cinema to newer heights. He was also seen referencing a South Korean blockbuster “Parasite”, which won the prestigious Oscar in 2019. Talking about the same he mockingly mentions how even we have the caliber of delivering and making such a masterpiece film.

“Jab Bong Joon Ho “Parasite” bana sakta hain, toh hum bhi kisise kam nahi” says Ranveer with a wide smile. For the unversed, “Parasite” is BongJoon Ho’s masterful thought-provoking film, which talks about wealth disparity in a wicked and brutally satirical way.

Ever since the release of the teaser of the film, “83” had bagged many praises and appreciation from the viewers and also from B-Town stars. Many were left in awe after witnessing Ranveer’s great performance and even called the film a ‘milestone’ for Indian cinema.

Karan Johar penned a long note for Kabir and Ranveer. He wrote, ”It’s not easy to tell a true story … an actual account of a milestone event in Indian Sports History! There is no room for cinematic licenses and distortion of facts for dramatic impact… which is exactly why #83thefilm is such a monumental achievement …. It sucks you into that year… that World Cup, that team, that political climate, that mad fandom frenzy… I saw myself rooting for every member of that historic team… Laughing and crying with each one of them … I saw myself rooting for Kabir Khan and his maestro ability of storytelling…. Taking an arduous task and perfecting it like a mega methodical master! Salute! I saw myself believing that @ranveersingh had transformed into the Legend Kapil Dev with the ease and genius of a bonafide veteran”!

Phew! 83! Kabir Sir, I have so much to say and still, I have no words. It’s not a movie that can be boxed into a post along with a few adjectives! It’s an experience- a part of history that’s nothing short of magic! There were so many moments when I wanted to clap scream cry and dance at the same time! Pride, joy, unity, friendship, inspiration, I mean the list can go on. You walk out a different person after watching this beautiful beautiful film!” Wrote Ali’s Bhatt.

Suneil Shettytweeted, “Went to watch @RanveerOfficial in #83. Couldn’t spot him. There was only #KapilDev on screen. Incredible transformation. I am stunned beyond. A team cast that could’ve walked off Lords. Got gooseflesh like I was reliving ‘83. Still shaken & teary-eyed at the artistry & emotions.”

On his work front, Ranveer Singh is currently shooting “Rocky Aur Rani ki Prem Kahani” opposite Alia Bhatt which is scheduled to release next year.

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