Ram Kapoor has finally addressed the long-standing rift between himself and producer Ekta Kapoor, a feud that once made headlines across the television industry. The two had created magic together with shows like Bade Achhe Lagte Hain and Kasamh Se, building characters and moments that became cultural touchpoints for Indian TV audiences. But behind the successful collaborations, personal differences and unspoken resentments slowly brewed, eventually spilling out in public.
The controversy took shape when Ram Kapoor made a remark about the intimate scenes in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, scenes that were reportedly conceptualized by Ekta herself. The bold sequence had caused quite a stir at the time, surprising viewers unaccustomed to such open displays of affection in primetime soaps. Years later, when Ram brought it up in an interview, his comments didn’t sit well with Ekta Kapoor.
Without taking names, Ekta responded sharply on social media. She posted a message, loaded with meaning. “Unprofessional actors giving interviews about my shows should shut up. False information and skewed stories can only last till I talk. But there is dignity in silence.” The post made it clear that she was hurt and unwilling to tolerate criticism about decisions made on her sets.
Matters got worse when Ram’s wife, actress Gautami Kapoor, appeared to take a subtle dig at Ekta on her own social media. While the post was cryptic, those following the situation connected the dots easily. Fans speculated that the divide between Ram and Ekta had deepened beyond repair.
Now, after months of staying quiet, Ram Kapoor chose to break his silence during an interview with NDTV. Speaking with visible calm, he refused to engage in any mudslinging. He spoke with surprising warmth about Ekta despite their public fallout. “She can say whatever she wants to, but I will not say a word. Because at the end of the day, she gave me what no one gave me.” It was a statement that acknowledged both the damage and the debt.
Ram didn’t shy away from crediting her for his career-defining moments. “She believed in me when nobody else did. And for that, I will always be grateful. She has the right to say whatever she wants to about me till the end of my career.”
Addressing Gautami Kapoor’s cryptic post, Ram cleared the air. “My wife knows where I stand. It was all in good fun. You cannot forget what someone has done for you.” It was his way of diffusing the situation, putting an end to rumors that their family was fanning the flames further.
For now, though, Ram Kapoor seems determined to let the past stay where it belongs. His gratitude for the opportunities Ekta Kapoor once gave him remains intact, even if their personal rapport no longer does.
