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Kids Steal the Show in Ramleela's Grand Return
11 Oct
Summary
- Child artists aged 3-17 performed the entire Ramayana.
- A 120-foot LED screen enhanced the grand production.
- Ramleela will broadcast on 80 channels in 40 languages.
The eighth edition of the Film Stars' Ramleela commenced recently, featuring child artists aged three to seventeen in the central roles. For the first time in its history, these young performers enacted the entire Ramayana, from Lord Ram's birth to his coronation, including key episodes like Sita Swayamvar and Ravana's defeat.
The production has embraced technology, incorporating a 120-foot LED screen and modern visual effects to enhance the traditional storytelling. This cultural initiative, launched to promote Indian heritage and the values of the Ramayana, is scheduled to continue until October 20.
Students from several schools participated, with organizers emphasizing the goal of connecting youth with India's cultural heritage and lessons of truth and duty. The event also features 63 personalities from the film and television industries, with notable performances planned, including actor Ravi Kishan portraying Lord Ram. The Ramleela is set to reach a global audience through broadcasts on over 80 satellite channels in 40 languages across 60 countries.