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Kunal Kapoor Defends Ramayana's Visuals
17 Sep
Summary
- Kunal Kapoor defends the creative choices in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.
- He focuses on work, not social media criticism, for the film.
- The film aims for a fresh cinematic experience despite a known story.
Actor Kunal Kapoor, who is set to play Indra Dev in Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious 'Ramayana' film series, has addressed creative debates surrounding the project. Kapoor prefers to concentrate on his role and the filmmaking process rather than engage with social media criticism regarding the film's visuals and costumes.
He explained that while the core story of 'Ramayana' is universally recognized and cannot be altered, the adaptation aims to provide a completely new experience. Kapoor highlighted the distinctive approach in cinematography, action sequences, and music as key elements setting this version apart.
Kapoor acknowledged that online discussions about creative choices are prevalent, but he chooses not to dwell on them. He stated that opinions from those knowledgeable about filmmaking or passionate about the story are valuable, but not all online commentary warrants attention.
He emphasized the immense dedication from director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra. The first part of 'Ramayana' is slated for a worldwide release in October 2026, with the second chapter scheduled for Diwali 2027. The ensemble cast includes Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, and Yash.
