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Rakul Preet Singh: Misunderstood Surpanakha's Layers Revealed
30 Oct
Summary
- Rakul Preet Singh discusses playing the complex Surpanakha role.
- The film aims to represent Indian culture globally.
- Ramayana's first part releases November 5, 2026.
Rakul Preet Singh has revealed her motivations for taking on the role of Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend. She described Surpanakha as a deeply misunderstood character with many layers, offering an exciting challenge for an actor.
Singh highlighted the film's potential to showcase Indian culture on a global scale. She sees playing Surpanakha as an opportunity to explore a character whose story is often simplified, but who is central to the events of the Ramayana. This complexity was a key factor in her decision to accept the role.
The film adaptation of the ancient Indian epic stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The ambitious project, reportedly budgeted at Rs 4,000 crore for its two parts, is set to release its first installment on November 5, 2026. The second part is anticipated for a Diwali 2027 release.
