Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film ‘Ramayana’ is in the news these days. Not only these days, this film has been in the headlines for quite some time now. Now ever since the announcement has been made that Ranbir Kapoor’s first look from this film will be revealed on April 2, people’s excitement has increased even more. Although many actors have played the role of Lord Ram before Ranbir Kapoor, but this character is a little more special for Ranbir. Do you know why? If you don’t know, let us tell you.
Why is the character of ‘Lord Ram’ special for Ranbir?
Do you know when Bollywood’s first Ramayana was made and who played the role of Lord Ram in it? This name is also associated with Ranbir Kapoor. In fact, years ago, when Bollywood’s first Ramayana was made, Ranbir Kapoor’s great grandfather Prithviraj Kapoor played the role of Lord Ram. Ranbir is taking forward this legacy of his great grandfather and this is why this character becomes special for the actor.
‘Ram’ was made in the film ‘Sita’
The film ‘Sita’, directed by Debaki Bose, was made in the year 1934 at a time when talking films had just started being made. This film is based on Uttar Ramayana, which showed a glimpse of Lord Ram and Sita on screen for the first time. While Prithviraj Kapoor played the role of Raja Ram in the film, actress Durga Khote was seen in the role of Mata Sita. Prithviraj Kapoor’s brother Trilok Kapoor was seen in the film in the role of Luv, son of Ram and Sita. The film was shown at the Venice Film Festival. After which it also received a Diploma Award in a Prestigious Film Festival.
Grandson carrying forward great grandfather’s legacy
Ever since there has been talk of Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ to be released in the year 2026, Ranbir’s character is also being linked to his grandfather’s character. People say that Ranbir is carrying forward his grandfather’s legacy. The only difference is that his great grandfather played this character at the age of 28 and Ranbir is going to play this character at the age of 40.
When will Ramayana be released?
Let us tell you that this film starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi is going to be released in the year 2026 on the occasion of Diwali. This film is made in two parts. The first part of which will be released on Diwali this year, while the second part will be released on Diwali next year i.e. in 2027. The film is being directed by ‘Chhichhore’ director Nitesh Tiwari and its star cast also includes the names of many big celebs. The first look of Ranbir Kapoor from the film is going to be revealed on April 2.