Diwali 2025: 7 Ram Lallas Of Cinema Who Lit A Diya In Our Hearts

Diwali

marks the triumph of good over evil, when Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana and rescuing Sita. Even after eras, the moment is rejoiced amid lights, firecrackers and prayers. And just like real life inspires reel, we've had dozens of times Lord Ram has been uniquely interpreted onscreen, be it in our cinema or the way an actor has been perceived.As we gear up for the big festival of lights this year, here's a look at how Ram ji has been placed, patronised and presented in Bollywood and on TV screens.

Arun Govil

If one imagines Lord Ram's human form, he'll probably have the face of Arun Govil, the personification of the god. His portrayal in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan on Doordardarshan in the 1980s-1990s remains an epitome.

Ranbir Kapoor

The modern-day Ram of the 21st century is Ranbir Kapoor. Given his portrayal in Nitish Tiwari's upcoming magnum opus Ramayana, and from whatever little glimpses we've got of Ranbir, stakes are running very high from having RK play the godly figure.

Shah Rukh Khan

Farah Khan's Main Hoon Na might have no connection with the story of Ramayan, but it had Shah Rukh Khan playing Major Ram Prasad Sharma, a righteous, honest, obedient patriot who'd go to any lengths for his duty. Even his younger brother, played by Zayed Khan was named Laxman.

Prabhas

As Raghava, this might not be the film he or his fans would wish to remember, but he did play Ram in this Indian mythological action film inspired by the Hindu epic Ramayana.

Mohnish Bahl

Sooraj Barjatya's Hum Saath Saath Hain was a modern take on Ramayana. Hence, we had Mohnish Bahl playing the dutiful character of Vivek, who was based on Ram. He gave it all for his brother (Salman Khan), and even went on a vanvaas with his wife Tabu, leaving behind his home.

Gurmeet Choudhary

The Ram our modern generation remembers. Those born after 2000s saw Gurmeet playing Lord Ram in the hit TV show Ramayan (2008-2009). Along with wife Debina Bonnerjee (Sita), they gave us the perfect onscreen couple that were the best bet after Ramanand Sagar's actors, Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia.ALSO READ: Diwali 2025: Bollywood Patakhas Who Sizzle The Dance Floor

Ram Charan

It's not just his name, but there are more connections fans establish between him and Ram. According to reports, there was a historical saint named Ram Charan who apparently followed the path of Lord Ram. This has convinced fans who believe he's the best choice to play the character onscreen. Infact, his character reminded of the god in RRR, further cementing the claim.Which interpretation of Lord Ram is your favourite? Let us know @TimesNow.