Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend hit the theatres on November 5. Interestingly, the audience is divided between Ranbir’s Ram and Yash’s Ravana. While Ranbir Kapoor is receiving immense love as Lord Rama, Yash’s Ravana has emerged as one of the movie’s biggest factors.

Yash's Ravana Becomes The Biggest Talking Point After Ramayana Screenings

Yash’s performance as Ravana in Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is attracting a lot of attention on X. Viewers have praised his screen presence, intensity and action sequences. 

One X user, who gave the film four stars, described it as an "grand visual spectacule" and specifically praised Yash as Ravana, accreding him for stealing the show. 

Another viewer highlighted the portions focusing on Ravana delivered on visuals, grandeur and presentation. 

Special attention has been paid to the confrontation between Ravana and Jatayu. The killing scene is one of the best sequences viewers are discussing. 

An early screening reaction highlighted the battle as a major cinematic moment, while another viewer described the Jatayu sequence as worth experiencing on the big screen.

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Ranbir Kapoor's Rama Wins Over Viewers Who Questioned His Casting

While Yash’s Ravana has gained attention, Ranbir's performance has not been overshadowed. Several viewers have praised his portrayal of Rama, particularly his screen presence, grace and restraint.

One X user reviewing wrote, "I expected a lot of criticism but Ranbir Kapoor silenced every doubt with sheer brilliance", praising the actor's screen presence and performance.

Another viewer offered an interesting observation after watching the film. They admitted to initially being unsure about Ranbir playing Rama but said the actor grew on them as the story progressed. The same viewer, however, said Yash won them over from his first appearance.

Based on the first-day X reactions and early screening coverage, Yash's Ravana currently has the advantage in terms of immediate audience excitement and scene-stealing moments. His introduction, opening portions and confrontation with Jatayu are repeatedly being singled out.

It would be premature to declare one performance the definitive winner based on social media reactions from the opening shows. But the early conversation has established one clear distinction: Yash is generating the louder character-specific excitement, while Ranbir is earning appreciation for his interpretation of Rama.

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FAQs

Q1. Why was Yash cast as Ravana in Ramayana?

Producer Namit Malhotra has explained that Yash's screen presence after KGF: Chapter 2 made him an exciting choice for Ravana. Yash has also spoken about wanting to explore the character's complexity. 

Q2. Why did Ranbir Kapoor agree to play Lord Rama in Ramayana?

Ranbir has described playing Rama as a responsibility rather than just another acting role, speaking about the character's simplicity, purity and values.

Q3. Do Ranbir Kapoor and Yash share screen space in Ramayana Part 1?

Yash confirmed in an interview that he and Ranbir do not share screen space in the first instalment, although they have met outside the film's scenes.

Q4. Is Yash playing Ravana in both parts of Ramayana?

Yash plays Ravana in the two-part adaptation, with the character's conflict with Rama forming a central part of the epic's larger narrative.

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