Dipika Chikhlia, who made an impeccable screen presence with her role as Sita in Ramanand Sagar’s 1987 show Ramayan, is still ruling the hearts of millions with her cult performance. Recently in an interview, she said that people are messing out by making Ramayan repeatedly. Dipika also asserted that people try to do something innovative with Ramayan which diverts it from the actual angle. The actress also criticised Prabhas’ Adipurush for experimenting with the looks of the characters. 

In an interview with India Today, Dipika Chikhlia said “Honestly, I am quite disillusioned by people who keep making Ramayan because I don’t think you should be doing it. People are making a mess of it. I don’t think people should be making Ramayan again and again because every time they make it, they want to bring in something new; a new story, a new angle, a new look.”

Talking about Adipurush, she stated “Like for Kriti Sanon, they gave her a pink coloured satin (saree in ‘Adipurush’). They gave Saif (Ali Khan who played Ravana in ‘Adipurush’) a different look because they wanted to do something different, creatively. But then what you are doing is you’re spoiling that whole impact of what Ramayan is all about.”

Dipika Chikhlia also shared her views on the upcoming Nitesh Tiwari movie Ramayana and said that people should not tamper with religious texts and suggested not to do this movie. She added, “One should not tamper around with religious texts. I don’t think one should be doing it and just leave it aside. Just don’t do this. There are so many stories that you can talk about besides Ramayan. Speak about a lot of freedom fighters. There’s so much that one can talk about; unsung heroes who were valiant in history for freedom. Why only Ramayan?”

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Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is the most anticipated movie which stars Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi as Ram and Sita respectively. The film will also feature Arun Govil as Dashrath and Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi. As per reports, South superstar Yash will play the role of Ravana. The movie is expected to release in theatres in 2025. It has been produced by Madhu Mantena and Allu Aravind. 

Apart from Ramayan, Dipika Chikhlia also appeared in several television shows and movies like Dhartiputra Nandini, Luv Kush, Sun Meri Laila, Vikram Aur Betaal, Cheekh, Hosa Jeevana, Raat Ke Andhere Mein and Khudai to name a few. 

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