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Subhash Ghai Says He First Directed Ranbir Kapoor at Age Eight
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 10:18 AM
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Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai recalled that his first directorial stint with Ranbir Kapoor occurred when the actor was just eight years old.
Subhash Ghai, the acclaimed Indian director, revealed in a recent interview that his first experience directing Ranbir Kapoor happened when the future star was merely eight years old.
Speaking to The Times of India, Ghai reflected on Kapoor’s early fascination with cinema and how he was involved in small on‑screen roles and advertisements during his childhood.
Kapoor, who later emerged as one of Bollywood’s leading actors after his 2007 debut, owes part of his early exposure to the film world to mentors like Ghai, the veteran noted.
Ghai, known for classics such as "Karz" and "Khalnayak," emphasized that nurturing talent from a young age can shape a lasting career in the industry.
Speaking to The Times of India, Ghai reflected on Kapoor’s early fascination with cinema and how he was involved in small on‑screen roles and advertisements during his childhood.
Kapoor, who later emerged as one of Bollywood’s leading actors after his 2007 debut, owes part of his early exposure to the film world to mentors like Ghai, the veteran noted.
Ghai, known for classics such as "Karz" and "Khalnayak," emphasized that nurturing talent from a young age can shape a lasting career in the industry.