Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana's confirmed cast: Yash, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol to Amitabh Bachchan, 18 big stars to play these roles
Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious adaptation of the Ramayana has unveiled an exceptional cast, generating immense excitement among fans. With Ranbir Kapoor taking on the iconic role of Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi embodying the elegant Sita, the film promises to deliver a grand cinematic interpretation of this timeless epic. The Ramayana is expected to become one of the most highly anticipated films in the history of Indian cinema. Here's a look at the full cast and what viewers can expect. Highly Anticipated Project
Ranbir Kapoor will portray Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, who is known for his impressive acting talent, he is expected to bring both serenity and depth to the character. Sai Pallavi will play Sita, marking her notable debut into Bollywood. Her graceful and authentic style makes her an ideal choice for the role, and fans are eager to see this new pairing bring the epic love story of Ram and Sita to the screen. A Star-Studded Star-Cast Including…
The mythological film features an outstanding ensemble cast with lead actors, Rocking Star Yash, taking on the formidable role of Ravana, while Sunny Deol embodies Hanuman, adding strength and intensity to the character. Ravi Dubey is cast as Lakshman, and Lara Dutta portrays the intricate character of Kaikeyi. As per Siasat.com, Rakul Preet Singh will be seen as Shurpanakha, with Kajal Aggarwal playing Mandodari. Amitabh Bachchan adds gravitas as Jatayu and Anil Kapoor is rumored to play King Janak. Mohit Raina takes on the role of Lord Shiva, while Vikrant Massey plays Meghnad. Kunal Kapoor will portray Lord Indra, and Vivek Oberoi is set to appear as Vidyutjihva. The legendary Arun Govil will step into role of King Dasharath, with Adinath Kothare as Bharat. Additionally, Ramya Krishnan and Sheeba Chaddha are rumored to play Kaushalya and Sumitra, respectively and Bobby Deol is speculated to portray Kumbhakaran. More About Ramayana
The film will be released in two parts, with Part 1 slated for theatrical launch on Diwali 2026, specifically November 8, 2026. The follow-up, Part 2, is expected to be released during Diwali 2027. In addition to a cast full of stars, this movie features skilled professionals, such as co-director Ravi Udyawar and writer Shridhar Raghavan. Pankaj Kumar manages the cinematography, and the VFX is led by Namit Malhotra's DNEG. Created by Madhu Mantena, Allu Aravind, Namit Malhotra, and Yash, with an impressive budget of Rs 835 crore, encompassing both segments.
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