The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) commenced its grand two-day centenary celebrations in Mumbai, marking 100 years of its journey. The inaugural day, held on Saturday, February 7, at a sprawling auditorium, witnessed a significant gathering of prominent personalities from various fields, including a notable presence from the Bollywood film fraternity.
Bollywood's Presence at the Centenary Event
Several major names from the Indian film industry graced the event, demonstrating a broad spectrum of attendees.
• Superstars Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor were among the most prominent figures from Bollywood.
• Renowned filmmakers like Mohit Suri, Subhash Ghai, Nitesh Tiwari, Om Raut, Mahaveer Jain, and Vikram Malhotra also attended.
• Lyricist Prasoon Joshi was spotted seated next to Salman Khan, engaging in the proceedings.
Key Observations and Interactions Salman Khan was observed attentively listening to the speakers on stage, showcasing his engagement with the event. Ranbir Kapoor, seated in the front row, sported a distinct moustache, which is reportedly his look for his upcoming film, *Love & War*, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. A video from outside the auditorium captured a warm exchange between Ranbir Kapoor and Nitesh Tiwari, director of the much-anticipated two-part epic *Ramayana*, in which Ranbir plays Lord Rama.
Upcoming Projects Featuring the Stars Both Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor are gearing up for major cinematic releases that are creating considerable buzz:
• Salman Khan's 'Battle Of Galwan': Salman is set to portray Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu in this film, co-starring Chitrangda Singh. The movie is inspired by events from June 15, 2020, focusing on the clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the Galwan Valley, based on a chapter from 'India’s Most Fearless 3' (2022) by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh.
• Ranbir Kapoor's Exciting Slate:
* Love & War: Directed by the esteemed Sanjay Leela Bhansali, this film is highly anticipated for its unique narrative and scale.
* Ramayana: A monumental two-part saga directed by Nitesh Tiwari, featuring Ranbir as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and Yash as Ravana. Part one is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release, with part two following on Diwali 2027.
Continuing the Grand Celebrations The centenary celebrations are slated to continue on Sunday, February 8, with expectations of several more distinguished personalities from various fields joining the event. The gathering underscores the broad appeal and widespread recognition of the RSS's 100-year journey.
