At IFFI 2024, superstar Ranbir Kapoor will engage in a special conversation on November 24 at 2:30 p.m. at Kala Academy, as part of the celebrations to honor his legendary great-grandfather, Raj Kapoor, at the occasion of its centenary. Hosted by filmmaker Rahul Rawail, the session promises to be an in-depth exploration of Ranbir’s cinematic journey, his acting techniques and the influence of Raj Kapoor’s legacy on Bollywood and the global cinematic landscape.

Raj Kapoor is widely credited with the international popularity and creation of the soft power that Bollywood has become today. It was Raj Kapoor, Ranbir’s illustrious great-grandfather who firmly established the cultural supremacy of Bollywood beyond international borders and is known as one of the pillars of Indian cinema.

In this conversation, Ranbir will share personal anecdotes and discuss the creative processes behind his iconic performances, giving fans and aspiring actors a rare insight into the artistic world of one of India’s most beloved stars.

As part of a larger series of master classes, panel discussions and free-form podcast-style discussions on directing, screenwriting, acting and film production, this event with Ranbir Kapoor shines a thousand lights in the IFFI lineup, offering a unique chance to fans and budding actors to witness the craft of one of India’s most celebrated stars.

The 55th year of IFFI, organized by NFDC India and ESG under the aegis of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, will take place from November 20 to 28.