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Vikrant Massey Deletes Post Refuting Reports of Being Replaced By Raghav Juyal in Ramayana

Vikrant Massey Deletes Post Refuting Reports of Being Replaced By Raghav Juyal in Ramayana

A couple of days ago, it was reported that Raghav Juyal has come on board for Nitesh Tiwari and Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana. It was widely reported that the actor had replaced Vikrant Massey in the film. While there was no official announcement on Vikrant being a part of the film, it was reported that the 12th Fail actor would play the role of Meghanad in the film. Amid speculations of Raghav replacing Vikrant, the latter took to social media to refute these rumours. However, he deleted the post soon after. Vikrant wrote, “OK. To put things to rest, I was never a part of this movie. Am not, never was. Such irresponsible media coverage from ‘respectable’ media houses is kinda appalling. Nonetheless, wishing everyone on Ramayana all the very best. Will surely buy a ticket and watch it in cinemas.” Variety reported a couple of days ago that Raghav will be seen in Ramayana: Part 2 and will play the role of Meghanad (also referred to as Indrajit). He was the eldest son of Ravana …

Vikrant Massey says he was never part of Ramayana, shuts down rumours of being replaced by Raghav Juyal | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey says he was never part of Ramayana, shuts down rumours of being replaced by Raghav Juyal | Bollywood News

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Feb 8, 2026 06:31 PM IST Vikrant Massey has cleared the air around his involvement in Nitesh Tiwari’s much-talked-about Ramayana. Addressing reports that claimed he had been replaced by Raghav Juyal in the ambitious mythological epic, the actor clarified that he was never associated with the project in any capacity. Vikrant Massey clears the air around Ramayana Taking to Instagram Stories, Vikrant Massey wrote, “Ok. To put the rumours to rest. I never was a part of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayan. The many media portals reporting about my supposed ‘replacement’ should’ve done the requisite background check. Disappointing. Nonetheless, wishing everyone a part of the movie all the very best. Love.” (Vikrant Massey/Instagram) The speculation started from a Variety report that stated Raghav Juyal’s casting as Meghanad, also known as Indrajit, the eldest son of Ravana, in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. According to the report, Raghav will appear in Ramayana: Part 2, which is slated for a Diwali 2027 release. It further claimed that Vikrant Massey was initially considered for the role, but the …

Vikrant Massey denies being replaced by Raghav Juyal in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, then deletes post within minutes

Vikrant Massey denies being replaced by Raghav Juyal in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, then deletes post within minutes

Buzz around Nitesh Tiwari’s much-anticipated Ramayana intensified after several reports claimed that Vikrant Massey had been replaced by Raghav Juyal in the film. However, Vikrant has now firmly shut down the speculation, clarifying that he was never a part of the project to begin with. However, he deleted the clarification posts within minutes. A report by Variety India mentioned that Raghav Juyal has replaced Vikrant Massey in Ramayana. Vikrant Massey reacts On Sunday, Vikrant took to Instagram to call out the rumours. He also slammed the reports as “irresponsible”. Vikrant reposted an article of one such report to refute the report on his Instagram Stories, along with a note. The speculation gained momentum after reports suggested that Vikrant had been considered for the role of Meghanad, also known as Indrajit, the eldest son of Ravana and the crown prince of Lanka. However, a latest report by Variety India mentioned that Raghav Juyal has been roped in for the role. Reposting the article in a now-deleted Instagram Story, Vikrant wrote, “OK. To put things to rest, …

Vikrant Massey Opens Up About ‘Misunderstood’ Retirement Post: ‘I Was Facing Severe Burnout’ | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey Opens Up About ‘Misunderstood’ Retirement Post: ‘I Was Facing Severe Burnout’ | Bollywood News

Last Updated:February 07, 2026, 05:27 IST Vikrant Massey clarifies his break from acting, revealing he suffered burnout and felt ashamed missing his son’s early moments. Vikrant Massey was bestowed with the prestigious 71st National Film Awards for his biographical drama 12th Fail. In December 2024, the film industry was rocked when National Award-winning actor Vikrant Massey announced a sudden break from movies. Given his soaring trajectory following the massive success of 12th Fail, the post was widely interpreted as a shock retirement. However, in an interview with Times Now, during the channel’s 20th Anniversary Special Broadcast, Massey set the record straight, revealing the profound emotional exhaustion and personal regrets that fueled his decision. The ‘Retirement’ Misunderstanding and Creative Burnout Addressing the viral social media post, Vikrant explained that the platform’s constraints played a role in the confusion. “X pe jitney bhi limited shabd aapko milte hain, usme mene sari imformation bharne ki koshish ki and now we know ki sari information pahochi nahi. A lot of it was misconstrued. I just wanted to take a …

Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey’s parallel rise inspires millions

Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey’s parallel rise inspires millions

When TV dreams MEET national honour: Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey’s parallel rise inspires millions Home News and Gossip When TV dreams MEET national honour: Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey’s parallel rise inspires mi… Vikrant’s long-standing love for SRK was strengthened by this parallel journey of TV grit to award triumph. He is shown kissing SRK’s hand in adoration during their celebration in an unseen photo from the 71st National Awards. Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey started their careers on television before they achieved success in mainstream cinema which earned them National Film Awards. Their path from TV stardom to the highest film awards in India proves that people who start with common backgrounds can achieve extraordinary success. Vikrant Massey and Shah Rukh Khan successfully transitioned from television to film while their early small-screen failures became National Film Award achievements that demonstrate their determination to succeed. Shah Rukh Khan began his acting career with… The King …

Vikrant Massey underwent 5 hours of prosthetics to become Sri Sri Ravishankar, reveals White director Montoo Bassi

Vikrant Massey underwent 5 hours of prosthetics to become Sri Sri Ravishankar, reveals White director Montoo Bassi

Vikrant Massey is set to star in his first international project, White, where he plays the role of spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar. While his look from the film hasn’t been released yet, the director of the film Montoo Bassi, tells us the process that the actor underwent to get into the part. Sri Sri Ravishankar, Vikrant Massey and Montoo Bassi (Photo: Instagram) Sharing his experience of working with Vikrant Massey, Montoo Bassi says, “It was fantastic, it was very easy to work with him and he is supremely talented. He’s been known for playing meaningful characters on screen and this is one of those. It was a challenging thing but he was completely up to it and gave it his 100% to it. When it comes to the makeover and his transformation, he gave five hours of prosthetics and then 12 hours of shoot daily, and he was very accommodative and comfortable with that.” Montoo asserts that White is not a biopic on Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar but a telling of one of …

‘I cried in front of 100 people’: Vikrant Massey recalls being shouted at by director, says he felt humiliated | Bollywood News

‘I cried in front of 100 people’: Vikrant Massey recalls being shouted at by director, says he felt humiliated | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey’s journey as an actor started quite early, and it was not out of choice. He was a 16-year-old, working as a barista at a Mumbai restaurant, trying to pay for his education when a TV producer spotted him and offered him the lead role in a show. Vikrant who was pulled 16-hour days as he juggled two jobs besides studies jumped at the offer. The show never telecast at the time but Vikrant, the actor, was born. “I always wanted to be an actor, but obviously no 16 year old wants to be an actor. I thought I’ll finish my graduation, and then I will go to NSD or FTII and then maybe, when I am 24-25, I’ll act professionally,” Vikrant recalled about his journey in an interview to Republic. The actor said he was raw and untrained when he faced the camera, simply attracted by the promise of the fee that could help him pay for education. “I still remember the date, it was December 19, 2024. Prior to that, I was …

Vikrant Massey recalls working 16-hour days, balancing two jobs at 16: ‘I survived on Parle-G and water, couldn’t even get tea’ | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey recalls working 16-hour days, balancing two jobs at 16: ‘I survived on Parle-G and water, couldn’t even get tea’ | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey is a household name today on the back of popular hits such as 12th Fail but his success has come after years of slogging and hard work. An outsider to the Hindi film industry, he started working at the age of 16 as he and his family faced financial hardship and he had no choice but to earn money to pay for his education. The actor, who will be seen in a biopic of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar next, has revealed that at the age of 16, he was balancing two jobs and pulling off 16-hour days to ensure that he earns enough money to keep his education going. “I’ve been very fortunate as the audiences have been so generous, even after 21 years of professional work. I started off with TV and did nearly a decade of television before acting in cinema. The love and support have only grown. And I say this with all humility because I’m 38 and audiences are still out there supporting me,” he said in an interview …

Vikrant Massey Meets Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan; Calls Conversation ‘Insightful, Productive And Empowering’ | Bollywood News

Vikrant Massey Meets Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan; Calls Conversation ‘Insightful, Productive And Empowering’ | Bollywood News

Last Updated:January 19, 2026, 21:00 IST Vikrant Massey posts pictures with Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calls their conversation “insightful, productive and empowering,” and speaks about ideas for classrooms. Vikrant Massey met Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and shared photos from their interaction, calling it “insightful, productive and empowering” in an Instagram post. Actor Vikrant Massey surprised fans on Monday after sharing pictures from his meeting with Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister of Education. The 12th Fail actor posted photos from the interaction on Instagram, describing the meeting as meaningful and thought-provoking. What Vikrant Massey Said About The Meeting Sharing the pictures, Vikrant wrote, “Insightful, productive and empowering. A wonderfully stimulating conversation with Hon. Minister of Education, GOI Shri @dpradhanbjp ji. Your love for Bhartiya Bhasha & encouraging the youth of our country to embrace their roots is truly inspiring (sic).” He further added, “Thank you for being so open, and allowing the space to share some ideas that would make our classrooms more vibrant and interactive 🙏🏽 Wishing you the best of health, happiness and …

O’Romeo: Shahid Kapoor becomes a Kabir Singh-coded Romeo in Vishal Bhardwaj’s violent tale of unrequited love. Watch | Bollywood News

O’Romeo: Shahid Kapoor becomes a Kabir Singh-coded Romeo in Vishal Bhardwaj’s violent tale of unrequited love. Watch | Bollywood News

Shahid Kapoor has once again teamed up with Vishal Bhardwaj, this time for a gritty and violent take on unrequited love, where he steps into the role of a Romeo in the most literal sense. Titled O’Romeo, the makers unveiled the first look of the film on Saturday morning, offering a glimpse of Shahid as a dreaded gangster, where aggression and instinctive violence seem to define his character. The 1-minute 35-second promo opens with Shahid chilling on what appears to be a yacht, channelling a fierce, almost Kabir Singh-like intensity as he curses, “Who the f**k is messing with me?” The scene quickly escalates, introducing his character surrounded by his gang, laughing while firing guns and slashing at enemies with abandon. Breaking the fourth wall, he challenges viewers directly: “Is there any other warrior left?” Beyond Shahid, Vishal offers glimpses of a solid ensemble cast. Nana Patekar appears with a gun, crooning “Dhak Dhak Karne Laga,” while Vikrant Massey sports long hair and a broken nose, embodying a wide-eyed romantic. Watch The First Look of …