What is the story about?
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana remains one of the most anticipated Indian films in recent years, with fans eagerly waiting to see its star-studded cast, Ranbir
Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, bring the epic tale to life. Among those looking forward to the project is Bobby Deol, whose brother Sunny Deol will be seen essaying the role of Hanuman. In an exclusive conversation with Zoom, Bobby opened up about the buzz surrounding the film and shared his thoughts on why the mythological epic holds a special place in people's hearts. The actor also reflected on the scale of the project and its potential global reach.
Bobby Deol reacts to Sunny Deol playing Hanuman
Speaking exclusively to Zoom, Bobby Deol expressed his excitement for Ramayana where his brother Sunny Deol will be seen playing the role of Hanuman. He said, "Everybody is excited about Ramayana. I mean, we've all grown up with Ramayana, you know. So it's amazing that someone is going with a very big budget to bring it to audiences around the world." When the interviewer said "it will be fascinating thing to watch," Bobby agreed, "Yeah, it will be."
About Ramayana
Director Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is envisioned as a grand two-part cinematic adaptation of the revered Indian epic, bringing one of the world's oldest and most cherished stories to the big screen on an unprecedented scale. Designed to blend emotional depth with spectacular visuals, the film aims to introduce the timeless tale of Lord Rama to a global audience while staying rooted in its cultural and spiritual essence.
The narrative follows the eternal battle between Dharma (righteousness) and Adharma (evil), chronicling Prince Rama's extraordinary journey from his formative years to his emergence as a symbol of virtue and courage. The first installment is expected to explore Rama's upbringing, his education and training, his marriage to Sita after the iconic Swayamvar, and the political developments in Ayodhya that eventually lead to his 14-year exile.
The second chapter is set to delve deeper into the challenges of life in the forest, Sita's abduction by the powerful demon king Ravana, and Rama's quest to rescue her. It will also showcase his alliance with the Vanara army, the construction of the legendary bridge to Lanka, and the climactic war that determines the triumph of righteousness over evil. Through its expansive storytelling and scale, Ramayana seeks to reimagine the epic for a new generation of viewers.
Ramayana cast
The film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Sunny Deol will be seen playing Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey essays the role of Lakshmana. Meanwhile, Part 1 and Part 2 will hit theatres in Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, respectively.
