As it is Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s birthday, it is the perfect moment to revisit what Ranbir Kapoor recently said about this celebrated filmmaker calling him “the best director in the last four decades.”
Ranbir Kapoor has often spoken about the deep impact Bhansali has had on him as an actor. Having made his debut under Bhansali’s direction in Saawariya, Ranbir described working with him as “an amazing experience,” adding that collaborating with the filmmaker demands complete surrender, discipline, and emotional honesty. He emphasized that Bhansali pushes his actors beyond their comfort zones, constantly challenging them to deliver performances that are both layered and transformative.
Over the years, Sanjay Leela Bhansali has built a legacy defined by grandeur, emotional depth, powerful performances, and unforgettable music. His films are not merely stories on screen they are immersive experiences crafted with precision and artistic brilliance. From his command over visuals to his ability to extract nuanced performances, Bhansali continues to redefine scale and storytelling in Indian cinema.
Often spoken of in the same breath as legends like Raj Kapoor, K. Asif, and Guru Dutt, Bhansali has set a benchmark for presenting Indian stories in the most authentic and grand Indian way. He is a force to reckon with in the entertainment world, having taken Indian cinema to the global stage.
As he celebrates another year today, Sanjay Leela Bhansali stands tall as a living legend a visionary whose cinema goes far beyond box office numbers and continues to inspire generations.