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Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash as Ram, Sita and Ravana, respectively.
Ramayana to hit theatres on November 5.
In less than 48 hours from now, Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana will be in theatres. The film, which also stars Sai Pallavi and Yash in the lead, has been one of the most awaited movies of the year. Nitesh Tiwari’s directorial is being discussed as one of the biggest Indian films ever made. It has also become one of the most closely watched Bollywood projects in recent years. It would not be wrong to say that it is very important for Ramayana to be successful, not just for Ranbir Kapoor but for Bollywood too. Why? Let’s find out.
One Of The Most Expensive Indian Films Ever
One of the biggest reasons behind the excitement is the film’s reported massive budget. Ramayana is being mounted on a grand scale with heavy investment in VFX, action sequences and world-building. Earlier this year, the producer of the film, Namit Malhotra, left everyone shocked when he confirmed that the production cost for both parts combined is a staggering Rs 4,000 crore.
Therefore, it would not be wrong to say that the scale of the film has automatically raised expectations among audiences, especially after the success of visually rich films like Baahubali: The Beginning and RRR. While the former was made on a budget of Rs 430 crore, the latter had a production cost of Rs 550 crore.
Ranbir Kapoor To Yash: A Pan-India Cast Hikes Curiosity
The casting of the film has also become a major talking point. Ranbir Kapoor will play Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi has been cast as Sita. Meanwhile, Kannada superstar Yash will be playing Ravana in this movie. Kajal Aggarwal has also been roped in to play Mandodari in Ramayana. On the other hand, Ravie Dubey, who has largely worked in TV and OTT, will also play Lakshman in the movie. This combination of Bollywood, South Indian and TV stars has given the film a strong pan-India appeal. In recent years, collaborations between industries have proven highly successful.
Bollywood’s Test After Adipurush Backlash
Another major reason why all eyes are on Ramayana is that audiences are still fresh from the controversy surrounding Adipurush, which was released in June 2023. The film, starring Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, faced severe criticism over its dialogues, visual effects and portrayal of characters from the Ramayana.
Many viewers felt the film failed to respect the emotional and spiritual significance of the epic. As a result, Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana is being seen as a second chance for Bollywood to present the mythological story with authenticity and sensitivity, while also maintaining its grandeur.
Mythological Films Carry Deep Emotional Sentiments
One must not forget that mythological stories are deeply rooted in Indian culture and religion, which makes films based on them extremely sensitive. Audiences often expect such projects to maintain cultural accuracy and emotional depth. Even minor creative changes can spark debates and criticism.
When the teaser of Ramayana was released earlier this year, a section of audiences also expressed disappointment with its VFXs. Because of this, the makers of Ramayana are under immense pressure to balance cinematic storytelling with faith and tradition. The film is not just being viewed as entertainment, but also as a cultural and emotional representation of Hindu’s most revered epics.
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November 03, 2026, 13:43 IST
