Actor Kunal Kapoor has expressed gratitude over the overwhelming response he has received from audiences in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia for his portrayal of Lord Indra in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming mythological epic Ramayana.
Although his appearance in the film is a cameo, the character has attracted considerable attention among international audiences. Reacting to the appreciation, Kunal shared a post on X highlighting how Lord Indra is recognised by different names across various cultures.
He wrote, “Indra. Phra In. Batara Indra. Thagyamin. Preah En. Taishakuten. One king of the heavens, known by different names across many lands. It’s incredible how much we have in common. I’ve been overwhelmed by the love pouring in for Lord Indra from India, from Thailand and across Southeast Asia, and from so many corners of the world I never expected to hear from.”
The actor further said he believes meaningful storytelling can connect people across cultural boundaries, as different communities share more similarities than they realise.
He also expressed happiness over the global appreciation for the timeless epic and thanked artists who have created artwork inspired by his character, acknowledging their efforts and support.
