Ramayana Review: A visually stunning retelling of the epic saga best enjoyed on the biggest screen!
A grand vision four years in the making, Namit Malhotra's Ramayana is directed by the acclaimed Nitesh Tiwari ( Dangal ). Anchored by a powerhouse cast, the cinematic epic stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, and Yash in a commanding turn as Ravana. Adapting a sacred epic is always a delicate undertaking, particularly when tailoring it for a global audience. While director Nitesh Tiwari gives it his all, the film ultimately flattens the whirlwind of emotions inherent to the material—diluting its narrative depth in an effort to broaden its universal appeal. Visually, however, it is breathtaking; the sheer grandeur evokes the childlike wonder of experiencing a 3D spectacle for the first time. Yet, with heavyweights like Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman at the helm of the score, expectations run sky-high, and the soundtrack largely disappoints. Barring 'Mangal Rang', none of the tracks leave a lasting impression. Ramayana is an epic made strictl...
