Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Part 1 is now streaming online. The movie has received rave reviews from fans and critics alike and now, acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli has also shared his word of mouth for the film.
What did SS Rajamouli say about Ramayana Part 1?
Rajamouli hailed the 'sheer scale' of Ramayana, saying the visuals are 'spectacular to watch on big screen'.
The Baahubali director further hailed the cast of Ramayana and wrote on X, "Ranbir as Rama, especially from the Vanavasam onwards, is serene yet magnificent."
"Yash brings a menacing presence as Ravana, while Sai Pallavi is graceful as Sita. The pre-climax and climax, loved every bit of it," he went on to state.
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Further congratulating producer Namit Malhotra and director Nitesh Tiwari, Rajamouli noted. "Congratulations @malhotra_namit, @niteshtiwari22 and the entire team on bringing such an ambitious vision so beautifully to the screen."
This is not the first time that SS Rajamouli has showered praise on Ramayana. Earlier, he shared the film's trailer on X and wrote, "Looking forward to 5 November. Best wishes to the entire team."
He went on to state, "#Ramayana is a story every Indian storyteller grows up aspiring to tell. It's a joy to see @niteshtiwari22 and @malhotra_namit bring it to the screen on such a grand scale. Each actor brings these timeless characters to life with depth."
Ramayana is a two-part epic franchise. Part 1 hit the theatres today and Part 2 is scheduled to release aound Diwali 2027. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravi Dubey, Yash and Sunny Deol as main cast. Part 1 has reportedly been made on a massive budger of Rs 1800 crore.
FAQs
Do I need to know the original Ramayana before watching?
No. Director Nitesh Tiwari designed the film as an accessible origin story and world-building entry point, so viewers can follow it even going in "cold".
Who composed the music of Ramayana?
The musical score and soundtrack are composed by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer.
What story does Ramayana Part 1 cover?
The first installment traces Rama’s early years as a prince in Ayodhya, his training with sage Vishvamitra, defeating Tataka, winning Sita’s hand at the Swayamvara, the start of his 14-year forest exile and builds up to Sita's abduction by Ravana, ending on a cliffhanger before the major war.