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Rakul Preet Singh Tackles Misunderstood Surpanakha
30 Oct
Summary
- Rakul Preet Singh portrays Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.
- The actor finds Surpanakha a misunderstood character with many layers.
- Ramayana is planned as a two-part franchise with a global audience in mind.
Rakul Preet Singh is preparing to embody Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious adaptation of the Ramayana. Singh described the character as frequently misunderstood and possessing significant depth, which she found compelling for an actor. She noted that Surpanakha's actions were pivotal in initiating the conflict of the epic.
The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, features a star-studded cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The project aims to present Valmiki's ancient epic to a worldwide audience as a two-part franchise.
With an estimated budget of Rs 4,000 crore, the film is being produced by Yash and Namit Malhotra. The first installment is slated for release on November 5, and the second part is anticipated around Diwali 2027.
