I was actually hoping to see Ram Kapoor in the role to be honest, but it doesn't really matter to me.
Ram Kapoor is wonderful actor and he could easily carry aura of lead actor with grace... We have seen that earlier in shows like Kasam Se and Bade Ache lagte hai... To playing role or father in the shows and movies... I really don't see why would 'age' or 'weight' be in an issue.. Body shamming in any form is wrong and against the IF rules.. Your post should be closed.......
But since it's open and I also wanted to point out couple of other things related to show and it's concept.
Coming to his comparison to Vanraj... I will be blunt and probably in one of the minorities who would say I do NOT see chemistry between the characters of Anupama and Vanraj that people see... Because story is what brings out the chemistry... And in my opinion, it's lacking...
Vanraj having young hot girlfriend for purpose of physical sukoon is the very premise of the show that such unethical actions can never bring peace or rather mature love stories need understanding relationship not just physical attraction.... I respect Mandala too for taking up this bold role of being trophy girlfriend... No matter how badly her character is butchered in the show...
So let's not bring in any wrong conception or competition in the show...
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