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Ramayana Film Faces Smear Campaigns, Seeks Re-Release
6 Oct
Summary
- Film producer alleges negative online campaigns impacted reach.
- Makers are considering a theatrical re-release for the drama.
- Allegations hint at influence from upcoming big-budget Ramayana projects.
Prakash Mahobiya, producer of 'Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha,' has spoken out about the film's theatrical performance. He alleges that the mythological drama was subjected to extensive negative marketing and online smear campaigns, which significantly hindered its audience reach. Mahobiya stated that those who managed to watch the film enjoyed it, but many never had the chance to see it.
Mahobiya further indicated that digital creators might have been enlisted to discourage viewers, potentially due to the impending release of other large-scale Ramayana productions. While he stopped short of naming specific projects or individuals, he suggested that these efforts spread misinformation against his film. The producer, new to filmmaking, admitted that marketing was a learning experience and expressed disappointment in the film's limited viewership.
Despite the challenges, the makers are now exploring a theatrical re-release of 'Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha.' Mahobiya believes his film offers a distinct interpretation of the epic and is confident it would have been well-received with a fair chance. Directed by Abhishek Singh, the film was released on September 25, 2026, starring Dev Sharma as Lord Ram and Anjali Arora as Sita.
