'Shaktimaan' co-star Lalit Parimoo reacts to Mukesh Khanna rejecting Ranveer Singh for the role: 'Aaj ka zamana publicity ka hai'

The debate around who will play Shaktimaan on the big screen refuses to die down. Now, Lalit Parimoo, who had featured in the original TV series alongside Mukesh Khanna, has offered his take, suggesting the ongoing controversy around Ranveer Singh's casting may be deliberate noise rather than a genuine dispute. Let's learn what he has to say in detail.Lalit Parimoo questions if the 'Shaktimaan' controversy is manufacturedSpeaking to Siddharth Kannan, veteran actor Lalit Parimoo was asked about Mukesh Khanna's claim that Ranveer Singh spent three hours trying to convince him to approve his casting as Shaktimaan and was still turned down. The actor replied, saying, "I don't want to say anything against Mukesh ji. It's up to him what he has to do. Aaj ka zamana publicity ka zamana hai, aur log karte hain publicity gimmicks filmon ke liye; TV shows pe karte hain. Jaan booj ke news banane ke liye kuch karna padta hai. I think he's playing on those lines."He added that only time will reveal the truth behind the episode.Lalit Parimoo praises Ranveer Singh but has doubts about the filmLalit did express support for Ranveer Singh's potential in the role, praising his recent performance in 'Dhurandhar' and saying the actor has what it takes. He said, "I don't think Shaktimaan film would have the same magic as the TV show. There's so much material that has already gone into those 350 episodes. But we don't know about the audience's preference. If today's generation sees a superhero movie, they will expect only an international standard. Below that, they won't like it. If we don't make it on a technologically high level, it won't have the same impact."Mukesh Khanna on Ranveer SinghMukesh Khanna has been consistent in his opposition to Ranveer playing the iconic superhero. In an interview with Bollywood Thikana, he said, "That poor guy (Ranveer Singh) was sitting in front of me for three hours. But it doesn't reflect on his face, what it needs to play Shaktimaan. He looks fickle, as if he will con somebody. But he is a terrific actor."More about the 'Shaktimaan' filmIn 2022, Sony Pictures announced 'Shaktimaan' as a trilogy, promising to revive the beloved desi superhero for a new generation. The announcement video stated, "After the super success of our many superhero films in India and all over the globe, it's time for our desi Superhero!" The studio also confirmed a partnership with Brewing Thoughts Private Limited and Mukesh Khanna's Bheeshm International. However, no official casting announcement has been made by the team to date.