Following the release of the teaser for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, actor Ranbir Kapoor faced criticism on social media from some users who questioned his casting as Lord Ram. Addressing the controversy for the first time during an interaction at San Diego Comic-Con, Ranbir shared his perspective on the role and the online trolling. The actor said that Lord Ram cannot be defined by a single appearance or image. According to Ranbir, what truly matters is the actor's sincerity and understanding of Lord Ram's values. He added that anyone who approaches the role with pure intentions and deep respect for the character's ideals is worthy of portraying him on screen. Ranbir made the remarks while appearing at the event in his on-screen royal attire as Lord Ram, as the team unveiled fresh glimpses from the highly anticipated film. Ranbir: 'My first thought was whether I was worthy' Speaking during the film's promotion at San Diego Comic-Con, Ranbir Kapoor revealed that he initially had doubts about taking on the role of Lord Ram. Recalling his first reaction to the offer, the actor said, "The first question that came to my mind was, 'Am I worthy of this responsibility?'" Ranbir added that portraying Lord Ram was far more than playing a fictional character. "I wasn't just taking on a role—I was bringing one of India's most revered figures to the screen," he said. As he prepared for the film, he came to realise the immense responsibility that came with the part and said he approached it with complete sincerity, respect and dedication. 'Everyone has their own image of Lord Ram' Responding to criticism over his casting, Ranbir Kapoor said there is no single, universally accepted image of Lord Ram. He explained that every person who reads or watches the Ramayana forms a unique picture of the revered figure in their mind. "Some people may feel I'm the right choice, while others may disagree, and that's completely natural," Ranbir said. He added that what ultimately matters is not an actor's appearance but the sincerity, faith and respect they bring to the role. According to him, an artist who truly understands and believes in Lord Ram's ideals is best equipped to portray the character authentically. Yash backs Ranbir's casting as Lord Ram Kannada superstar Yash, who plays Ravana in Ramayana, came out in support of Ranbir Kapoor and praised his commitment to the role. Speaking during the film's promotion, Yash said portraying Lord Ram on screen is an enormous responsibility and one of the most challenging roles an actor can take on. He added that Ranbir had devoted himself completely to the character, putting in relentless effort throughout the preparation process. According to Yash, audiences will witness a powerful performance that reflects Lord Ram's values of sacrifice, compassion and unwavering commitment, brought to life through Ranbir's sincere portrayal. Ramayana among India's most expensive films Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is being mounted on an unprecedented scale and is reportedly one of the most expensive films ever made in Indian cinema. According to reports, the two-part epic has an estimated budget of around ₹4,000 crore. The film is jointly produced by Namit Malhotra and Kannada superstar Yash. The star-studded cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Yash as Ravana, along with several other prominent actors in key roles. Ever since the teaser was unveiled, Ramayana has generated massive excitement among audiences, with its scale, visual effects and ensemble cast becoming major talking points. Important things related to the film 'Ramayana'-