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Saurabh Sachdeva defends Ramayana film ahead of November 5
Hindustan Times·
Actor Saurabh Sachdeva said he is unfazed by criticism of Ramayana after its trailer release. The Nitesh Tiwari film casts Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Yash as Ravana. Sachdeva plays Maricha. He told PTI the film was made with care. Part one opens worldwide on November 5, 2026, with part two due Diwali 2027.
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What It Means For You
- Ramayana part one is listed for worldwide theatrical release on November 5, 2026.
- Part two is expected during Diwali 2027.
- The film is set for release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.
What's Happening
- Sachdeva said online criticism after the trailer did not affect him.
- He argued the team avoided additions made only for spectacle and called the work carefully made.
- Trailer critics focused on visual effects and casting, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram.
Who Is Making the Epic
- Nitesh Tiwari, known for Dangal, is the director.
- Prime Focus Studios, DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations are producing.
- The wider cast includes Arun Govil, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, Lara Dutt and Ravie Dubey.
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