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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe teaser of Ramayana<\/a> has sparked divided reactions, and now Sunil Lahri has weighed in with a critical take on Ranbir Kapoor<\/a>\u2019s portrayal of Lord Ram.In an interview with DNA, Sunil Lahri admitted that while Ranbir\u2019s look works to an extent, it lacks a certain quality associated with the character.\u201cRanbir looks ok, but the innocence is a little less. The patience, calm, and innocence Arun Govil had are missing here. But I\u2019m sure he\u2019ll justify the role with his acting,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Sunil also addressed the ongoing conversation around Ranbir\u2019s recent on-screen image, particularly after Animal.\u201cHe looks a little harsh; he suits more for Laxman or Bharat. For such a role, it\u2019s always better to cast a fresh face. A new actor, with no image or controversy, is always an ideal match,\u201d he added. <\/p>\n Watch<\/span><\/p>\n From Ram to Dashrath: Arun Govil Responds Calmly to Casting Debate in New Ramayana<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n Interestingly, Dipika Chikhlia, who played Sita in Ramayan, had a contrasting reaction.\u201cI watched the teaser and it\u2019s very grand. Bahut rich lag raha hai. Unhone bahut achhe se banaya hai. So now I\u2019m awaiting the film and it\u2019s looking very beautiful, there\u2019s no doubt about it,\u201d she told India Today. <\/p>\n Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita. Yash will be seen as Ravana, while Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey play Hanuman and Lakshman, respectively.The ensemble also includes Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Sheeba Chaddha and Indira Krishnan.Ramayana: Part I is slated for a Diwali release this year, with the second installment expected to hit theatres on Diwali 2027.<\/div>\n\u201cHe looks a little harsh\u201d<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Dipika Chikhlia calls the teaser \u201cvery grand\u201d<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Star-studded cast and release timeline<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n