India, Nov. 12 -- What does it take to make a Bollywood star and his stunt double look like the same person on screen? For UK-based stunt performer Luke G Loannou, who doubled for Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, it was a collaborative effort during his five-week stint in Mumbai. "There were certainly moments when I needed to study and match Ranbir's posture and movements, but during the action sequences, Ranbir would often ask me about particular movements and how best to perform them," says Loannou, adding, "Sometimes I would adapt to his style, or he would work towards matching mine." With 11 years of experience on international productions including Wonder Woman and No Time to Die, Loannou has worked alongside several actors, but says Ranbir left a lasting impression. "There was no ego involved. He was approachable, completely committed to the work, and having worked alongside many actors throughout my career, I can genuinely say he was one of the easiest and most enjoyable people I've had the pleasure of collaborating with." The film's mythological setting brought its own physical challenges. "Performing in minimal footwear or sandals is very different from training in modern trainers. It required constant communication with the costume and props departments to find practical solutions together," he explains. High-wire action, particularly the forest sequence, demanded precision. "You want the audience to feel the weight of a landing, the speed of someone moving through the air, and the power behind every movement," he says....