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Ravana's Rise: The Untold Story Kicks Off Ramayana
23 Apr
Summary
- The film opens with Ravana's conquest of Lanka, not a Rama-Ravana clash.
- Key scenes depict Ravana's pursuit of Kubera near Mount Kailash.
- Part 1 releases Diwali 2026, Part 2 in Diwali 2027.
Namit Malhotra's "Ramayana: Part 1" is set to captivate audiences with a grand opening battle, deviating from a typical face-off between heroes. The film will commence with an extensive war sequence detailing Ravana's ascent to power.
The opening scenes will explore the largely untold story of Ravana's usurpation of Lanka from his half-brother Kubera. This prelude includes Ravana's pursuit of Kubera to Alakapuri, near Mount Kailash, showcasing his ambition for total dominion.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and featuring a star-studded cast including Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, and Ravie Dubey, the film promises unprecedented scale. "Ramayana: Part 1" is scheduled for a worldwide release on Diwali 2026. "Ramayana: Part 2" is currently in production and will premiere on Diwali 2027.
