- By Sidhi Agarwall
- Sun, 28 Sep 2025 06:04 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ranbir Kapoor 43rd Birthday: Actor Ranbir Kapoor turned 43 on Sunday, and while the star is known for keeping away from social media, he surprised fans with a rare and heartfelt video message. Shared through his lifestyle label Arks, the short clip featured Ranbir directly addressing his fans with warmth and gratitude. To make the moment even more special, his daughter Raha Kapoor’s voice could be heard in the background, melting hearts across the internet.
In the video, Ranbir expressed his thanks to fans for showering him with love on his birthday. “Hi, I want to take this moment to say thank you to all of you for all the love and wishes coming to me on my birthday. I’m 43 years old today. As you can see, a lot of greys in my beard it keeps increasing year by year. But a lot of gratitude in my heart for my family, for my friends, for my work, and mostly for all of you guys. Thank you so much for your time. You make me feel so special,” he said with a smile.
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While his message itself was heartwarming, the real surprise came when fans noticed the subtle but unmistakable sound of little Raha calling out in the background. This rare glimpse into Ranbir’s private life delighted his admirers, as the actor has always been extremely private when it comes to family matters. The candid touch added a personal and emotional layer to his birthday message, making it one of the most talked-about moments of the day. Meanwhile, reports suggest that Ranbir celebrated his birthday with a short family getaway and returned to Mumbai on Sunday morning via private charter. Given his decision to stay away from social media, the video felt like a personal gesture, allowing fans a rare connection with him.
Adding to the celebration, Ranbir’s mother Neetu Kapoor took to Instagram to share her own sweet birthday post. She uploaded a picture featuring herself, Ranbir, and Alia Bhatt, writing, “Happy birthday my love. So grateful and blessed to have you.” The heartfelt note instantly went viral among fans.
Neetu Kapoor's Instagram Story
Ranbir’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Ranbir has an exciting line-up of films. He will next appear in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-awaited Love & War, co-starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. The film, inspired by Raj Kapoor’s timeless classic Sangam, is set to release on 20 March next year. It promises a powerful story exploring love, passion, and sacrifice against the backdrop of war. Ranbir is also preparing for his role as Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari’s grand epic Ramayana. The project also stars Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Raavan, and the first instalment is scheduled to hit theatres during Diwali next year. With such major releases ahead, fans can look forward to seeing Ranbir in diverse and powerful roles.