Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana to Portray Ravana as a Benevolent King
Ravana will be shown as benevolent king instead of traditional villain in Ramayana; Nitesh Tiwari explains why
Hindustan Times
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In an upcoming adaptation of the Ramayana, director Nitesh Tiwari plans to depict Ravana, traditionally viewed as a villain, as a complex character with benevolent traits. The film aims to explore the lessons of ego and vengeance through Ravana's multifaceted personality, featuring stars like Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi.
- 01Ravana will be portrayed as a benevolent king rather than a traditional villain.
- 02Director Nitesh Tiwari emphasizes the importance of showcasing Ravana's complexity.
- 03The film aims to convey lessons about ego and vengeance.
- 04Ramayana is set to be released in two parts during Diwali 2026 and 2027.
- 05Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman are composing the film's score.
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Director Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film adaptation of the Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, aims to present Ravana as a benevolent king rather than a mere villain. In a recent interview, Tiwari highlighted Ravana's multifaceted character, noting his qualities as a warrior, musician, scholar, and devotee of Shiva. He believes it is crucial to showcase these aspects to impart a significant lesson about the dangers of being driven by vengeance and ego. Tiwari also mentioned that the film will focus on the emotional core of the story, promising a unique visual representation of Lanka and Ayodhya. The film, produced by Namit Malhotra through Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, is set to be released in two parts during Diwali in 2026 and 2027. The musical score will be composed by renowned artists Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman.
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