Ranveer Singh and Kanye West: the long lost brothers.

Sejal Badala
Aug 31, 2018 · 4 min read

Before any of you attack me for “attacking” Ranveer Singh or Kanye West, let me make this very clear: I STAN BOTH OF THEM. I am certainly not degrading any artist at the cost of another, it’s just that they are in fact spookingly similar. Now, read. Or don’t.

Despite belonging to two different streams and worlds of the entertainment industry, the American rapper and the Indian actor have a striking resemblance in their personalities and behavior.

1. No regrets fashion

Almost every Indian is aware of Singh’s at times over the top fashion statements. He could show up in a floral printed pyjamas at an award show and no one would bat an eye. Cause Ranveer. Similarly West, who himself is a reputed name in the fashion industry as well, has been criticised from time to time for his fashion choices. Be it the small sized Yeezy sliders or the cur coats, Ye has had his fair share of trolling. But hey, Ranveer and Kanye are not similar for their weird fashion choices certainly. What makes them similar is their non hesitant attitude and confidence with which they can even pull off rag bags and manage to get people swoon over them. Their unique style is also a subsequent result of their experimenting with fashion.

2. Versatile in their style

Singh has proven himself and established a name in the industry with his skills and experienced both the sweet taste of success and the bitterness of failure. The reason behind why he’s one of the most talented actors of our times is because of his versatility, from playing a flirtatious con man to a cruel ruler, he has done it all. Kanye is known to be one of the most influential people of our generation and bow down to the Lord Ye, I wouldn’t disagree. He’s been admired for his music, his fashion, his taste in design and the small sized Yeezy slides. Damn those slides.

3. THEY JUST DON’T SHUT UP

We all love to connect with celebrities who are outspoken about their lives and their opinions. Well, these two are definitely outspoken. Very outspoken. While Ranveer doesn’t involve himself much in political stances (Bollywood works like that, I guess), he’s definitely been very quirky about his personal life, which is a rare thing in Bollywood. I mean he’s danced on a busy street, wearing a superhero costume. That guy has no layers. And about Kanye, well his Twitter account is open to public. I mean who isn’t aware of the mindless shitposting to the most controversial bombs dropped by the Chicago rapper on Twitter? I have one of his tweets framed, so I’m aware certainly.

4. Break those barriers!

Ranveer Singh is not only known for his charism or acting skills, he’s also known for an infamous roast which sparked outrage throughout the country. For no reason though. It was definitely a big deal because it involved Bollywood and Bollywood is always so covered and pure and superficial, so it was definitely a barrier broke. And he never hesitated to break the shackles and stand out to give something different to his fans. Durex. Ahem. Padmaavat. Ahem. I think by now Kanye’s management has been so used to daily controversies, that a day with no controversy gives anxiety in the stomach. I mean how would you react if anyone comes to you and asks you for wax models of celebrities from Taylor Swift to George Bush to Donald Freaking Trump? Also, with no clothes. Also, in a bed. Together. Hmm that sounds like enough material for breaking every barrier in the world.

5. Love above all

Quoting some random internet person, “I want someone to love me like Kanye loves Kanye”, I want to address everyone that this famous quote is actually flawed. Because there’s someone who Kanye loves more than Kanye- Kimberly. Dawwwww. Those two. If there’s one thing that unites his haters and his lovers, it is his love for his wife. And for the record, Ranveer and Kanye have told the world that their partner is the most beautiful woman in the world. I wouldn’t disagree. I live for Deepika’s dimples. These men definitely know how to treat their ladies and gain nothing but respect from me for the fact that there’s still hope for my cheesy Disney love story.

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