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News18
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ranbir Kapoor To Yash And Sunny Deol; Who Plays What In Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana
Last Updated: Ramayana Movie Cast: Shooting for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is currently underway. While Ranbir Kapoor has already completed his portions of the film, Yash is now shooting. Ramayana Movie Cast: Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is one of the most awaited movies. It is no secret that the film will be released in two parts in 2026 and 2027, respectively. While the shooting of Ramayana is currently underway, do you know who will play what in this adaptation of the Hindu mythological epic? Worry not, we have got you covered. Here is the entire list of the Ramayana cast: NAME OF THE ACTOR ROLE IN RAMAYANA Ranbir Kapoor Ram Sai Pallavi Sita Yash Ravana Sunny Deol Hanuman Ravie Dubey Laxman Kajal Aggarwal Mandodri Rakul Preet Singh Surpanakha Lara Dutta Kakeyi Vivek Oberoi Vidhyutjiva Arun Govil Dashrath Kunal Kapoor Lord Indra Adinath Kothare Bharat Sheeba Chaddha Manthara Indira Krishnan Kaushalaya Before Sai Pallavi, Alia Bhatt was being considered for the role of Sita in Ramayana. However, she backed out of the project due to date-related issues. It was later confirmed that Sai Pallavi will be essaying the role of Sita in the movie. Shooting for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is currently underway. While Ranbir Kapoor has already completed his portions of the film, Yash is now shooting for his part in Mumbai. Reportedly, the film is being made on a whopping budget of Rs 835 crore. Just a few days back, it was also revealed that Ranbir and Yash will barely be seen sharing screen space together in Ramayana. According to sources close to the production, 'The makers have chosen to stay true to the original Valmiki text, where Lord Ram and Raavan do not encounter each other through most of the epic. Their worlds remain apart, their stories unfolding in parallel until destiny brings them face-to-face in the climactic battle. As per the original narrative, Ram learns of Raavan's existence only after Sita's abduction, and the two never meet until the battlefield confrontation in Lanka." Meanwhile, several media reports also suggest that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the first promo of Ramayana. The 2-minute-36-second promo has received a 'U' certificate from the Mumbai Regional Office of the board. However, official confirmation regarding this is still awaited. First Published:


India.com
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan to play this character in Ranbir Kapoor's Rs 835 crore Ramayana, this actress to star as Surpanakha, she is…
Ramayana Cast List: Fans are very excited to watch the film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. In this film, Ranbir Kapoor will play the role of Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi will be seen in the role of Sita and Yash Ravana. The film is expected to be released in two parts; the first part will be released in 2026, and the second part on Diwali. The budget of this film is Rs 835 crore, making it one of the most expensive films in India. The post-production of the film is estimated to take about 600 days, with special attention to visual effects. Ranbir Kapoor Ranbir Kapoor will soon be seen in the role of Lord Ram, in which he will play the lead character in the film 'Ramayana,' which will be released in two parts. This film is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Mother Sita – Sai Pallavi Sai Pallavi will play the role of Maa Sita in the film Ramayana. This film is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Sai Pallavi started her acting career with the Tamil film 'Premam'. Yash-Ravan Yash will play the role of Ravana in the film Ramayana. This film is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Yash's pictures from the set also went viral. Amitabh Bachchan-Jatayu Amitabh Bachchan will be seen in the role of Jatayu in the film Ramayana. South superstar Vijay Sethupathi can play the role of Kumbhakaran. Indira Krishnan-Sheeba Chaddha Sheeba Chaddha will be seen in the role of Manthra in 'Ramayana'. Indira Krishnan will be seen in the role of Kaushalya in 'Ramayana'. Fans are eagerly waiting for this film. Mohit Raina-Lord Shiv Kunal Kapoor will be playing the role of Meghnath in the film Ramayana directed by Dangal fame Nitesh Tiwari. Aditya Kothare will be seen playing the role of Bharat. Mohit Raina will once again be seen playing the role of Lord Shiva. Vivek Oberoi- Vidhu Jihwa Vivek Oberoi will be seen playing the character of Vidyu Jihwa. Rakul Preet Singh will be seen in the role of Shurpanakha. Lara Dutta- Kaikeyi Actress Lara Dutta will be seen in the role of Kaikeyi in this film. Arun Govil, who played the role of Ram in Ramanand Sagar's 'Ramayana', is playing the role of Dasharath in this film. Sunny Deol- Hanuman Ravi Dubey will be seen in the role of Laxman in 'Ramayana'. Sunny Deol is playing the role of Hanuman in 'Ramayana'.


News18
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vivek Oberoi Joins Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Take A Look At Full Cast
Last Updated: The first part of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana will hit theatres on Diwali 2026. Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana has been creating a buzz ever since it was announced. The movie will star Ranbir Kapoor in the lead. Set to release in two parts, the epic saga now has a new cast member. If the latest updates are to be believed, Vivek Oberoi has been roped in to play a pivotal role. The first instalment of the movie will arrive in theatres on Diwali 2026. As the film continues to make headlines, let's take a look at the star cast of Ramayana. Leading the talented ensemble cast is Ranbir Kapoor who plays Lord Rama in the film. Joining him to play Sita is Sai Pallavi. She will make her Bollywood debut with the mythological drama. One of the most talked about characters in the film is Ravana, who will be played by Kannada superstar Yash. The project will mark the KGF actor's entry into Hindi cinema. On the other hand, Sunny Deol takes on the role of Lord Hanuman. According to reports, Amitabh Bachchan has reportedly been roped in to play Jatayu. Meanwhile, Lara Dutta, Kajal Aggarwal and Rakul Preet Singh will be seen as Kaikeyi, Mandodari and Surpanakha. The list does not end here. Mohit Raina, who gained fame for portraying Lord Shiva in Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev, will reprise his role in the Ramayana. Ravi Dubey is also a part of the cast and will be seen essaying the role of Lakshman. Arun Govil, who played Ram in Ramanand Sagar's TV series Ramayan, will be back on the big screens as King Dasharath. Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, Vivek Oberoi as Vidhyutjiva, and Adinath Kothare as Bharat make up the supporting cast. Anil Kapoor and Vikrant Massey may portray King Janaka and Prince Meghnad, respectively. However, a source dismissed the rumours regarding their casting. Recent reports suggest that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the first promo of Ramayana. The 2 minute-36 second promo has received a 'U' certificate from the Mumbai Regional Office of the board. First Published:


News18
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ranbir Kapoor's Clean-Shaven Look, Drastic Weight Loss After Animal Leaves Fans Stunned
Last Updated: Fresh off the shoot for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, Ranbir has shifted gears to begin prep for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic saga Love and War. Ranbir Kapoor is making headlines again and it's not for his film performances, but jaw-dropping transformation. The actor, who had bulked up and sported a rugged beard for his intense role in Animal, was recently spotted looking drastically leaner and completely clean-shaven. The video of his new look has now taken the internet by storm. Fresh off the shoot for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, Ranbir has shifted gears to begin prep for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic saga Love and War. In a viral clip circulating online, the actor is seen in the city sporting a fresh, clean-shaven face and a slick hairstyle, noticeably slimmer than his Animal avatar. Dressed casually in a red tee and denim from his personal label, Ranbir waved at the paparazzi, posed for pictures, and even handed his cap to one of the photographers before stepping into his car. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Fans who were used to seeing his wild, bearded look in Animal were stunned by the dramatic change. In Animal, Ranbir played the ferocious Ranvijay Singh, whose violent journey begins when his father Balbir Singh (Anil Kapoor) is threatened. The film followed his descent into violence and eventual confrontation with his cousin Abrar Haque (Bobby Deol). It ended with a cliffhanger, setting up Animal Park, the upcoming sequel. Interestingly, Ranbir's grungy look in Animal almost didn't happen. Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim recently revealed that director Sandeep Reddy Vanga was initially against the idea of long hair and beard, fearing it looked too much like Ranbir's appearance in Sanju. 'Had Ranbir's hair and beard not been long in Animal, I don't think his character would have the same impact," Aalim told Galatta India. 'Vanga sir initially said the long hair isn't working… I had to convince him that once the full look was in place, it wouldn't resemble Sanju." Despite criticism for its perceived misogynistic tone, Animal was a blockbuster, earning over Rs 915 crore globally. With Love and War now on the horizon, Ranbir's latest transformation has sparked fresh curiosity about what's in store next. First Published: June 05, 2025, 23:29 IST


The Hindu
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Yash collaborates with Hollywood stunt director Guy Norris for Nitesh Tiwari's ‘Ramayana'
The work on Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana has been going on in full swing, with actors undergoing intense training for action sequences. Actor Yash, who will be seen donning the role of Ravana in the magnum opus, is currently working with popular Hollywood stunt director, Guy Norris, to shoot massive action sequences. Recent images from the set show Yash in peak physical form -- ripped, intense, and battle-ready. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana Part 1 is slated for release on Diwali 2026, and the second part on Diwali 2027. Reportedly, Ranbir Kapoor will play the role of Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita. In Novemer, Namit Malhotra, who has previously worked on several high-profile Hollywood projects including Dune and Inception, announced on his official X handle, expressing his excitement for the project. ALSO READ:Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi's 'Ramayana Part 1 and 2' officially announced; first poster out In a heartfelt message accompanying the film's first poster, he wrote, "More than a decade ago, I embarked on a noble quest to bring this epic that has ruled billions of hearts for over 5000 years to the big screen. And today, I am thrilled to see it taking shape beautifully as our teams work tirelessly with only one purpose: to present the most authentic, sacred, and visually stunning adaptation of our history, our truth, and our culture - our RAMAYANA--for people across the world."