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News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Alia Bhatt As Sita, Suriya As Lord Ram: Vishnu Manchu Reveals His Dream Ramayana Cast
Last Updated: Kannappa actor Vishnu Manchu spoke about his dream Ramayana cast, featuring Alia Bhatt as Sita and Suriya as Lord Ram. Ranbir Kapoor and Yash-led Ramayana is one of the most anticipated films of 2026. The film, which will be released in two parts, is helmed by Nitesh Tiwari and bankrolled by Namit Malhotra. Amid buzz around the film, Kannappa actor Vishnu Manchu spoke about his unrealised version of Ramayana, which he now wants to make starring Alia Bhatt as Sita and Suriya as Lord Ram. Vishnu Manchu revealed that he has a fully developed script for Ramayana, which chronicles Ravana's journey from birth to death. When asked about his dream cast for the ambitious project, Vishnu told Nayandeep Rakshit on his YouTube channel, 'The only person who immediately appears in my mind for the role of Lord Rama is actor Suriya," while naming Alia Bhatt as his ideal Sita. Vishnu also shared that he first conceptualised the idea back in 2009 and had even approached Suriya at the time. 'But, because the budgets were not working out for me, it didn't work out. The director of the film was supposed to be the legendary filmmaker Raghavendra Rao. My father was supposed to play the role of Ravana. I have the script and dialogues ready for it, but I don't know if I will ever be able to make it," he added. The Kannappa actor also expressed his excitement about playing Lord Hanuman himself, but revealed that Raghavendra Rao disagreed, envisioning Vishnu as Indrajit instead. Vishnu, however, suggested casting Suriya's brother, actor Karthi, in the role of Indrajit. He further proposed Kalyan Ram (brother of Jr NTR) as Lakshman and veteran actor Sathyaraj as Jatayu. Meanwhile, the Hindi version of Ramayana features a stellar cast comprising the best of bests from the world of Hindi cinema and South. It features: ● Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama ● Yash as Ravana ● Sai Pallavi as Sita ● Sunny Deol as Hanuman ● Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Rama's loyal brother Supporting them, is an extraordinary cast and crew. Other actors who are a part of the film, reportedly comprises Arun Govil as King Dasharath, Indira Krishnan as Queen Kaushalya, Lara Dutta as Queen Kaikeyi, Anil Kapoor as King Janak, Amitabh Bachchan as Jatayu, Adinath Kothare as Bharat, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara, Bobby Deol as Kumbhkaran, Vijay Sethupathi as Vibhishan, Vikrant Massey as Meghnad, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, Kajal Aggarwal as Queen Mandodari, Mohit Raina as Lord Shiva, Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, and Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva. The makers have yet to confirm the supporting cast of the Ramayana. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios along with the 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, in association with Yash's Monster Mind Creations and music by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman, Ramayana is being filmed for IMAX and will be released worldwide: Part 1 in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027. First Published: July 20, 2025, 16:19 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Ramayana BTS pic: Ravie Dubey poses with Ranbir Kapoor and Nitesh Tiwari on the sets, 'In the company of legends...'
Actor Ravie Dubey, who will be seen in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming magnum opus 'Ramayana,' has shared a Behind-The-Scenes photograph with co-star Ranbir Kapoor. The actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a shoot day of himself with Ranbir and Tiwari. 'In the company of legends,' Dubey wrote in the caption, further dedicating a Sanskrit quote to Lord Ram. In the photograph, Ravie could be seen dressed casually in a white T-shirt, denim jacket, and black trousers, while Ranbir Kapoor appears in a simple black outfit. The actor's clean-shaven look has garnered attention from fans. The post quickly went viral, drawing reactions from many, including Ravie's friends who appeared excited to watch him on the big screen. Nitesh Tiwari also reacted with heart emojis. Earlier this month, the introduction video of the film 'Ramayana' was unveiled, giving an insight into the 'immortal story of Rama vs Ravana.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ravie Dubey (@ravidubey2312) 'Ten years of Aspiration. Relentless Conviction to bring the Greatest Epic of all time to the World. An outcome through a collaboration of some of the world's best to ensure that Ramayana is presented with the greatest amount of Reverence and Respect,' the makers said at the time. According to the announcement, Ranbir Kapoor will lead the narrative as Lord Rama, while Ravie Dubey will portray Lakshman. Yash will be seen as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. Made under the banner of Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in association with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the film is written by Shridhar Raghavan, further musically backed by Oscar-winners Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. 'This is more than a film. It is a vision meant to transcend borders while honouring the soul of our culture,' Tiwari said during the teaser launch event.'Ramayana' Part 1 is set to release on Diwali 2026, while the second instalment is set for release in Diwali 2027.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ravi Dubey AKA Ramayana's Laxman Posts BTS Photo With Ranbir Kapoor, Nitesh Tiwari
Last Updated: Ravi Dubey is set to play Laxman in Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious Ramayana movie, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. He posted a photo from the film's sets. Ramayana Movie: Ravi Dubey is gearing up for his big Bollywood release after creating a mark for himself on TV and OTT. The actor plays Laxman in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's highly ambitious project, led by Ranbir Kapoor and Yash. Taking to Instagram, he posted a behind-the-scenes (BTS) photo with 'legends" Nitesh and Ranbir. In the photo posted by Ravi, he is seen posing with Nitesh in the centre and Ranbir, who plays his elder brother Lord Ram in the film, on the other side. The trio were seen in casual ensemble and not in the film's get-up. However, we could see glimpses from Ramayana sets, such as the trio standing on fake grass. The background was covered with a blue screen. The picture seems to be from the day when they wrapped the film's Part 1 shoot. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ravie Dubey (@ravidubey2312) Taking to the comment box, fans expressed their excitement. A user wrote, 'Can't wait to see you as Lakshman". Another commented, 'Wishing you Good Luck for your next project." A third user quipped, 'Can't waitt to watch you on the BIG SCREEEEN." Earlier this month, Ramayana Part 1 wrap-up was celebrated by Ranbir Kapoor, Ravi Dubey, Nitesh Tiwari, and others. Several videos went viral from the film's set. A fan posted a video in which Ranbir and Ravi were seen sharing a warm hug. Other viral videos show Nitesh Tiwari giving an emotional speech and thanking the whole team. Ranbir and Ravi has also gave a speech. Previously, talking to Connect Cine, Ravi Dubey spoke about his role and said, 'Playing Lakshman is an honor and a responsibility. His devotion to his brother Ram and his values are qualities I deeply admire. This is a role I hold close to my heart." He also shared his experience of working with Ranbir Kapoor and said, 'I am playing Lakshman in the film. I finally have the permission from the makers to reveal this. I didn't talk about it all this while because I didn't want to give irresponsible statements and spoil Namit (Malhotra) and Nitesh sir's plans to reveal the cast." Ravi added, 'He is like the elder brother I never had." He added, 'He is kind, warm, he is the most immaculate professional that I have ever met. This is my first time working alongside a megastar like Ranbir Kapoor and his kindness, empathy, silence and grace towards everyone (is impeccable)." 'Every time he is in front of camera, you will see he has been at it. He is the only commercial, viable artist of this generation," the actor added. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios along with the 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, in association with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is being filmed for IMAX and will be released worldwide: Part 1 in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's Rs 4000 crore Ramayana may sink at box office if these 3 things are NOT paid attention, the first is...
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's Rs 4000 crore Ramayana may sink at box office if these 3 things are NOT paid attention, the first is... Nitesh Tiwari's highly-anticipated epic tale- Ramayana is touted as the biggest Indian film ever made. Reason? Its staggering budget, exceptional VFX and terrific star-studded cast. Film's producer Namit Malhotra recently talked about the ambitious film and its budget. He revealed that all the production and marketing for both the installments of the film (Ramayana Part 1 and Ramayana Part 2) are done, and the costing is nothing less than staggering $500-million (Rs 4000 crore). Yes its unbelievable but true! The figure is higher than many Hollywood and Bollywood classics, naturally raising more than a few eyebrows. Interacting on The Prakhar Gupta Xperience podcast, Namit said, 'When we set out to make it, 6-7 years ago, when we really got serious about mounting it, everybody called me a lunatic, because no Indian film comes close to it budgetwise. To put it simply, it will be about $500 million by the time we are done with both the films – Part 1 and Part 2, which is over Rs 4000 crore.' He added, 'We are making the largest film in the world for the greatest story the world should see. I still think it is cheaper than some of the big Hollywood films. I think we are making a bigger film at a lower cost. That Indian in me still believes we are not being irresponsible with money.' Since the $500-million budget would mean that each of the two Ramayana films are assumed to earn $1 billion at the box office. These numbers have been scored by only global hits like Avatar, Avengers, Fast franchise etc at the box office. There is no Indian film that has ever grossed over Rs 2000 crore. In 2017, Nitesh Tiwari's Dangal grossed Rs 2000 crore, but over Rs 1300 crore came Internationally, specifically from China. The other highest-grossing Indian films like Pushpa 2: The Rise and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion , grossed over Rs 1700 crore worldwide. Moreover the makers will be using strong VFX for the larger-than-life theatrical experience. If the poor execution of visual effects or storytelling occur, it can affect the viewing experience and the film might appear cheap. Ramayana film must be handled with cultural sensitivity. If the fail doesn't resonate with the audience or capture the attention of the modern viewers, it can lead to negative views or box office disappointment. Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. Supporting the powerful cast is an extraordinary crew. For the first time, Music maestro AR Rahman will collaborate with the legendary Hans Zimmer, to craft a new cinematic symphony. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari and bankrolled by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana Part 1 is scheduled for a release on Diwali 2026, and the second part on Diwali 2027.
India.com
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Indias Most Expensive Film Is Ranbir Kapoors Ramayana: Rs 4000 Cr Budget, A-Lister Star Cast - Why Its Bigger Than Avatar Or Avengers
New Delhi: Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus - Ramayana is touted as the biggest Indian film ever made. Reason? It's staggering budget, massive star cast and world-class VFX technology. After the 3 minute long first glimpse of the epic tale was unveiled earlier this month - expectations from this two-part cinematic glory is nothing short of being sky-high. India's Most Expensive Film Producer Namit Malhotra in his recent interview revealed that real budget costing is nothing less than a staggering Rs 4000 crore - even bigger than many Hollywood classics like Avatar and Avengers. Speaking on The Prakhar Gupta Xperience podcast, Namit said, "When we set out to make it, 6-7 years ago, when we really got serious about mounting it, everybody called me a lunatic, because no Indian film comes close to it budgetwise. To put it simply, it will be about $500 million by the time we are done with both the films - Part 1 and Part 2, which is over Rs 4000 crore." He added, "We are making the largest film in the world for the greatest story the world should see. I still think it is cheaper than some of the big Hollywood films. I think we are making a bigger film at a lower cost. That Indian in me still believes we are not being irresponsible with money." Interestingly, Avatar was made a budget of $237 million, while Avengers film costs over $300 million. The third and fourth Avengers films - Infinity War and Endgame - cost over $700 million together, as per Hindustan Times report. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prakhar Gupta (@prvkhvr) Ramayana Cast and Crew - Full Names and Character details ● Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, a fourth-generation icon of Indian cinema ● Yash, India's leading pan-India superstar and co-producer, as Ravana ● Sai Pallavi as the beloved Sita ● Sunny Deol, Indian cinema's enduring action hero, as Hanuman ● Ravie Dubey in a refreshing new role as Lakshman, Rama's loyal brother Supporting this powerful cast is an extraordinary crew. For the first time ever, Oscar-winning legends Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman join forces to craft a new cinematic symphony. 'Meet The Ramayana Team' Hollywood's top stunt directors— Terry Notary (Avengers, Planet of the Apes) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa) — are choreographing the epic battles between gods and demons. The visual grandeur of ancient India is being reimagined by renowned production designers Ravi Bansal (Dune 2, Aladdin, etc) and Ramsey Avery (Captain America, Tomorrowland, etc), delivering an immersive cinematic experience at an unprecedented scale. About Ramayana 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. FAQs Q. When is Ramayana releasing? Ramayana Part 1 is slated for release on Diwali 2026, and the second part on Diwali 2027. Q. Who is playing what in Ramayana? Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as beloved Sita, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman.
