Anupam Kher: 200 Takes for Jatayu's Final Words

Anupam Kher shared insights into his voice acting process for the character of Jatayu in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming Ramayana. Bringing the epic tale's pivotal moments to the screen, the film features Jatayu's valiant but ultimately tragic fight against Ravana. Kher dedicated considerable effort to Jatayu's emotional arc, particularly focusing on his final moments.

During dubbing sessions, Kher worked closely with director Nitesh Tiwari. The actor revealed he rehearsed Jatayu's dying words, 'Hey Ram,' nearly 200 times to achieve the precise emotional weight required. Tiwari envisioned a deeply personal bond between Jatayu and Lord Rama, amplifying the poignancy of the bird's failure to rescue Sita.

The emotional resonance of Jatayu's character left a significant impression. Kher recounted how Yash's son, upon watching the film, questioned his father about the bird's death, underscoring the powerful portrayal. Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana, with its first part released on November 5 and the second part slated for 2028.