Hrithik Defends 'Ramayana' VFX Amid Backlash

The teaser for Nitesh Tiwari's "Ramayana," starring Ranbir Kapoor, has ignited a divided audience reaction, with some criticizing its visual effects as resembling a video game. In response, Hrithik Roshan has voiced his support for filmmakers, advocating for a more aware approach to critiquing visual effects.

Roshan acknowledged that poorly executed VFX can be disappointing but emphasized the importance of recognizing the intent and scale behind such cinematic endeavors. He lauded Indian filmmakers undertaking ambitious projects like "Kalki," "Baahubali," and "Ramayana," highlighting their courage and vision for cinema. He drew parallels to his childhood inspiration from films like "Back to the Future."

Explaining his perspective, Roshan noted that not all VFX aim for photorealism, suggesting that different styles are employed to realize a director's vision. He differentiated "bad VFX" from a style that may not be photorealistic but is intentionally chosen for the narrative. He urged audiences to consider whether the visual effects are appropriate for the story before judging their realism.

"Ramayana: Part I," directed by Nitesh Tiwari and featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita, is scheduled for release this Diwali. The film also stars Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman.