From calling Smriti Irani ‘huge’ to being dropped from the promotions of his web show over inappropriate comments: Times when Ram Kapoor made headlines

Ram Kapoor has been in the limelight for many reasons lately. From controversial statements to buying a Lamborghini Urus, undergoing a drastic transformation, and more—the actor has consistently made headlines. Most recently, he made comments about Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi actress Smriti Irani, which are now surfacing online. Here’s a look at the times when he made headlines:

A clip of Ram Kapoor is making the rounds on social media, where he can be heard referring to Smriti Irani as “huge.” In an interview with Humans of Bombay, while discussing his weight loss journey, he brought up Smriti’s success and body transformation. He said, “She was my size as a woman and probably more successful than me. It’s just that she left earlier. When she started Kyunki Saas and when she ended, she was huge. Her logic was, ‘Now I’ve played a character who has taken so many leaps. Now I am playing a grandmother.’ So if you see her in the first year of Kyunki and then in the last year, you’ll notice that she is as big as I am. We were equally successful.”

Ram Kapoor later reacted to being dropped from the show’s promotions in an exclusive interview with The Times of India. He said, “Let me start by saying that everything I’ve been accused of saying, I have said it. So, the fact is that I am guilty as charged. But this is what I have to say in my defence. Whenever I’m with people I am comfortable with, I tend to become my bindass self. Everyone who knows me and who has worked with me knows that’s how I am and that I don’t mean to be offensive. I didn’t feel that even once throughout the day. We were laughing and joking. If I had gotten a whiff that they were offended, I would have dealt with it right away.”

Ram Kapoor has been garnering praise for his dramatic weight-loss transformation. He has shed significant weight and unveiled a completely new look. He shared several photos and videos on social media, giving fans a peek into his fitness journey. However, some netizens raised eyebrows and questioned whether he had used Ozempic, a diabetes drug often associated with weight loss.

Ram Kapoor was also recently caught up in a reported feud with producer Ekta Kapoor. He made a comment about intimate scenes in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, which didn’t sit well with Ekta, who allegedly called him “unprofessional.” Reacting to the situation, Ram took the high road and refrained from any blame. Speaking to NDTV, he said, “She can say whatever she wants to, but I will not say a word. Because at the end of the day, she gave me what no one gave me. She believed in me when nobody else did. And for that, I will always be grateful. She has the right to say whatever she wants about me till the end of my career.”

Ram Kapoor has been garnering praise for his dramatic weight-loss transformation. He has shed significant weight and unveiled a completely new look. He shared several photos and videos on social media, giving fans a peek into his fitness journey. However, some netizens raised eyebrows and questioned whether he had used Ozempic, a diabetes drug often associated with weight loss.

Sudhanshu Pandey—best known for his role in Anupamaa and now winning hearts with his recent show Traitors—responded strongly to Ram Kapoor’s comments. Taking a dig at him, Sudhanshu also issued an apology on behalf of the industry to those offended. He said, “Firstly, Ram is damaging his own image by making such comments. Secondly, one must be mentally unstable to say such things, particularly when referring to a woman who is in close proximity. A decent individual should always treat others, especially women, with respect. If Ram has indeed said something like this, then I sincerely apologise on behalf of our entire industry.”