Ranbir Kapoor Birthday: From ‘Wake Up Sid’ to ‘Animal’ – Actor’s Most Iconic Performances
By Team LatestlySeptember 28, 2025
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Happy Birthday Ranbir Kapoor
As we celebrate Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor’s birthday on September 28, let’s take a look at his most iconic performances – roles that truly seemed tailormade for him.
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Wake Up Sid (2009)
Ranbir Kapoor was perfect as Sid, a carefree youth finding responsibility. He was natural, and it felt like the role was made for him. He took home the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor.
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Rockstar (2011)
Ranbir’s fiery turn as Jordan aka Janardan, an aggressive and rebellious musician, became a cult classic. His raw, intense act won him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
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Barfi! (2012)
Ranbir Kapoor charm, innocence and warmth as Murphy Johnson (Barfi), a deaf-mute man, became the soul of the film. His performance won him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
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Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016)
Ranbir excelled as Ayan, an aspiring musician facing unrequited love and discovering the strength of true friendship.
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Sanju (2018)
Ranbir delivered a powerful performance in actor Sanjay Dutt’s biopic, capturing his rise, struggles and controversies with striking authenticity. He received the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
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Animal (2023)
Ranbir stunned with a gory, fierce and intense performance that earned him his seventh Filmfare Award for Best Actor, reaffirming his unmatched versatility.