Eight months after the release of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film “Animal,” starring Ranbir Kapoor, the movie has once again grabbed headlines. This renewed attention is due to a deleted scene that has surfaced on social media, captivating viewers and prompting discussions about its omission from the final cut.
The scene in question features an intense sequence where a visibly intoxicated Ranbir Kapoor pours himself a drink before entering the cockpit of a plane. He then pats the pilot on the shoulder, prompting him to leave. In the next shot, Ranbir is seen sitting in the pilot’s chair with a cigarette in his mouth, as his gang watches in awe. The scene, devoid of dialogue, is underscored by the iconic score of the song “Papa Meri Jaan.”
not gonna forgive @imvangasandeep anna for removing this scene in the movie, it’s a pure display of Ranbir showing his silence and agony after k*lling his brother, especially that lifting off at the end 🙏#RanbirKapoor pic.twitter.com/XDl0TMjjgL
— 𝙑 ♪ (@RKs_Tilllast) August 7, 2024
Since the scene emerged online, fans have been buzzing with opinions about its exclusion. Many believe that its inclusion would have added depth to the film. One user expressed disappointment, tweeting, “Not gonna forgive @imvangasandeep for removing this scene. It’s a pure display of Ranbir’s silence and agony after killing his brother, especially that lifting off at the end.”
Another user remarked, “This scene of the plane ascending symbolizes the story reaching new heights.” Others drew parallels to a similar moment in the movie when the plane narrowly avoids crashing into a mountain, suggesting that the scene would have symbolized the narrative reaching a pivotal point.
Comments like, “Would love to see this movie’s director’s cut version @TSeries” and “He himself regrets it, see the Komal Nahata interview where he wanted to restore the 3:30 hr movie,” indicate fans’ eagerness for a longer, more complete version of the film.
“Animal,” directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, continues to be a topic of discussion among fans and industry insiders alike. The film, despite facing criticism for promoting male toxicity, became a blockbuster. It centers on a troubled father-son relationship, with Ranbir Kapoor playing Rannvijay Singh, who seeks revenge after an assassination attempt on his father. The movie also features Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, Triptii Dimri, and Anil Kapoor in significant roles.
Excitingly for fans, a sequel titled “Animal Park” is already in the works, promising more intense drama and compelling performances.
The viral deleted scene from “Animal” has reignited interest in the film and spurred calls for a director’s cut. As fans continue to celebrate Ranbir Kapoor’s performance and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s storytelling, the conversation around this film shows no signs of slowing down.
