Himesh Reshammiya is back on screen with Badass Ravi Kumar, a musical action film that follows a rebellious cop on a high-stakes mission.
Since its release, fans have noticed similarities between Himesh’s character and Ranbir Kapoor’s intense role in Animal. Addressing the comparisons, Himesh has now spoken up and made it clear that he sees no issue with it.
Himesh Reshammiya Reacts To Animal Comparisons
In a chat with Pinkvilla, Himesh admitted that some aspects of his character might look familiar. “Actually, vo chain-saw wala toh koi bhi film me nhi tha,” he said.
She pointed out that a particular action sequence in his film is unique. He also explained that the retro aesthetic of his character, including his long hair and rugged look, played a role in the comparison.
Himesh added, “Animal toh current film hai, but kahin na kahin vo beard, ek conventional look jo aaj chal raha hai, toh ek similarity hogi.”
He also stated that he has no issue with such comparisons. He said, “Agar ek achi cheez se similarity ho bhi toh koi problem nhi hai.”
The Story Behind Badass Ravi Kumar
The film follows Ravi Kumar, a suspended cop who is assigned to retrieve sensitive information linked to national security. With Himesh’s signature musical style, over-the-top action, and old-school Bollywood elements, Badass Ravi Kumar brings a distinct flavour to the action genre.
During an appearance on Farah Khan’s vlog, Himesh shared that his character is inspired by the cinema he grew up watching. He wanted to pay tribute to classic Bollywood while blending it with his own musical style.
Badass Ravi Kumar Performance
Himesh Reshammiya had high hopes for Badass Ravi Kumar, but the film has underperformed at the box office, making less than Rs. 10 crore in India. The reviews have been mixed.
Some critics called it “beyond star ratings and even further beyond expecting sanity from it—or from the people who willingly bought a ticket.” Others said Himesh seems to be competing with himself in taking cinematic absurdity to new levels.
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