The highly anticipated film ‘Ramayana’ features Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi as Lord Ram and Sita, with AR Rahman composing music alongside Hans Zimmer.
Key Points
- Cast Details: Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi star as Lord Ram and Sita, with Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanaka.
- Release Date: The film is set to release on November 5, coinciding with Diwali.
- Musical Collaboration: AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer worked together on the film’s music, blending Indian classical elements with global appeal.
- Two-Part Epic: The film is planned as a two-part series, with the second part set for release in Diwali 2027.
CHENNAI: The highly anticipated film ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend’ has been generating significant buzz as one of the most-anticipated Indian films of the year. Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi in lead roles as Lord Ram and Sita, the film features Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanaka. The project is backed by producer Namit Malhotra and directed by Nimesh Tiwari. With its star-studded cast, the film is expected to draw large audiences at the box office.
Musical Vision and Collaborations
The film’s music, composed by AR Rahman in collaboration with internationally acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer, has been a focal point of the promotional event. Rahman shared insights into his creative process, emphasizing the influence of Indian classical music on the film’s soundtrack. ‘Indian classical music has so much bhakti, be it keerthanas or varnams. I have drawn inspiration from all of these to craft this work,’ he said during the event in Chennai. Producer Namit Malhotra highlighted that the collaboration between Rahman and Zimmer was driven by a vision to create something deeply rooted in Indian culture while maintaining universal appeal.
Cultural Significance and Production Details
The film is envisioned as a two-part epic, with the first part set for release on November 5, coinciding with Diwali. The second installment is scheduled for Diwali 2027, available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. Sai Pallavi expressed her awe at the Ramayana’s world, noting that the film’s authenticity across languages allows audiences to experience it in their mother tongue. The production has been in development for nearly a decade, with Sai joining the project three years ago.
Actor Insights and Language Learning
Actors have shared their experiences of preparing for the film. Sai Pallavi mentioned Ranbir Kapoor’s deep passion for Tamil cinema, highlighting his knowledge of films beyond her own watchlist. Ranbir portrayed Lord Ram with an inner peace distinct from his previous roles in ‘Animal’ and ‘Barfi.’ Yash, who plays Ravana, discussed the challenge of portraying a complex character. He credited the ‘Ravana Tandav’ track for helping him embody the role, adding that he learned Tamil and Hindi by listening to Rahman’s songs ‘Gentleman’ and ‘Rangeela,’ respectively.
