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Rajkumar Hirani Highlights Ranbir Kapoor's Early Starts and Dedication on Sanju Set

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Rajkumar Hirani Highlights Ranbir Kapoor's Early Starts and Dedication on Sanju Set

Analysed 2 Jul 2026·8 sources analysed·Mumbai, India·Entertainment
Rajkumar Hirani Highlights Ranbir Kapoor's Early Starts and Dedication on Sanju SetPreviousNext

Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani praised Ranbir Kapoor's dedication during the making of Sanju, revealing the actor arrived at Film City as early as 3 a.m. to begin a four to five-hour prosthetic makeup process for 7 a.m. shoots. Hirani noted that actors today understand the demands of filmmaking and do not insist on limited working hours, emphasizing their commitment to completing schedules despite long shoots. He also highlighted Ranbir's cooperative nature, mentioning the absence of an entourage and direct communication with the crew.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 6 sources

We measured how 6 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (72/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • ndtv— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
  • english— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • moneycontrol— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • moneycontrol— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • moneycontrol— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • news18— balanced framing, positive sentiment
Political Bias
0%100%0%
Sentiment
72%
AI analysis of 6 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 2 Jul 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 8 sources
● Left 0%● Center 100%● Right 0%

The article group primarily reflects perspectives from the film industry, focusing on the views of filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani and actor Ranbir Kapoor's work ethic. It presents industry insiders' opinions on working hours without political framing, emphasizing professional dedication and practical considerations. The coverage includes references to ongoing debates about fixed working hours but remains centered on entertainment industry viewpoints without partisan angles.

Sentiment — Positive (72/100)

The overall tone across the articles is positive, highlighting Ranbir Kapoor's commitment and professionalism during the Sanju shoot. Rajkumar Hirani's remarks convey admiration and respect for the actor's work ethic, with no critical or negative sentiment. The discussion of working hours is presented factually, without controversy or emotional language, resulting in a balanced and appreciative sentiment throughout.

How 6 sources covered this story

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
ndtvAmid Deepika Padukone's 8-Hour Shift Row, Rajkumar Hirani Says Ranbir Kapoor Came For 3 am ShootCenterNeutral
english'He Never Complained': Rajkumar Hirani Recalls Ranbir Kapoor Reporting To 'Sanju' Set At 3 AM For 7 AM ShootCenterPositive
moneycontrol"Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar HiraniCenterPositive
moneycontrol"Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar HiraniCenterPositive
moneycontrol"Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar HiraniCenterPositive
news18Rajkumar Hirani Reveals Ranbir Kapoor Used To Come On Set At 3 AM During Sanju: 'He Never Complained'CenterPositive

Coverage timeline

news18 broke this story on 1 Jul, 10:10 am. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    news181 Jul, 10:10 am
    Rajkumar Hirani Reveals Ranbir Kapoor Used To Come On Set At 3 AM During Sanju: 'He Never Complained'
  2. 2
    moneycontrol1 Jul, 02:47 pm
    "Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar Hirani
  3. 3
    moneycontrol1 Jul, 02:47 pm
    "Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar Hirani
  4. 4
    moneycontrol1 Jul, 02:47 pm
    "Ranbir Kapoor would reach at 3 AM on Sanju's set and sit in the film city alone at night", reveals Rajkumar Hirani
  5. 5
    english2 Jul, 04:06 am
    'He Never Complained': Rajkumar Hirani Recalls Ranbir Kapoor Reporting To 'Sanju' Set At 3 AM For 7 AM Shoot
  6. 6
    ndtv2 Jul, 06:41 am
    Amid Deepika Padukone's 8-Hour Shift Row, Rajkumar Hirani Says Ranbir Kapoor Came For 3 am Shoot

Lens Score breakdown

37/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap90%

Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
Mumbai, India
Sources analysed
8
Last analysed
2 Jul 2026
Key entities
Rajkumar HiraniRanbir KapoorSanjay DuttFilmmakingIndo-Asian News ServiceHindi cinemaBiographical filmFilm City, MumbaiFilm industryVicky KaushalFilm producerMumbai