The much-awaited trailer of “Ramayana: Preface – Part One” has finally been released, sparking widespread discussion on social media. As fans continue to debate the visual effects, acting and casting choices, the film’s casting director Mukesh Chhabra Wrote an exciting message to celebrate this milestone. Describing Ramayana as one of the most special projects of his career, Chhabra revealed that it took him and his team seven years to bring the epic to life and expressed his eagerness for audiences to witness the magic on the big screen.
Mukesh Chhabra writes heartfelt message after Ramayana trailer launch
Shortly after the trailer went live, Mukesh Chhabra took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his gratitude and excitement. The casting director revealed that shooting Ramayana was an emotional journey spanning several years.He wrote: “Ramayana and its cast are very close to my heart and that of my entire team. We dedicated seven years of our lives to this extraordinary journey. (sic)”The casting director’s post quickly struck a chord with fans, many of whom praised the efforts of one of the most ambitious casts in Indian cinema.Mukesh Chhabra also expressed his gratitude to the director Nitesh Tiwari Producer Namit Malhotra trusted him with the huge responsibility of casting this epic film.Expressing his gratitude, Chhabra wrote, “A heartfelt thank you to Nitesh Bhai and Namit Malhotra for their trust, belief and unwavering support. I can’t wait for all of you to experience the magic we have created in the world of Ramayana. Please shower us with your love, blessings and prayers.”The casting director also expressed his gratitude to the entire casting team, praising their dedication during the lengthy pre-production process.
‘Ramayana’ trailer sparks mixed reactions online
The trailer gives the audience an in-depth understanding for the first time Ranbir Kapoor As Lord Rama, Yash As Ravana and Sai Pallavi As goddess Sita, shows the beginning of Rama’s exile and sets the stage for the epic conflict.While many viewers appreciated the film’s grand visuals and cinematic scale, others had mixed reactions on social media. Some questioned Yash’s Hindi voice, saying it lacked what they expected from Ravana, while others took issue with the choice of Sai Pallavi to play Sita. Some fans are also wondering why Sunny Deol’s Hanuman doesn’t feature prominently in the trailer, suggesting that the makers may be saving key moments for the film’s release.
“Ramayana” stars gather
Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey Playing LakshmanThe film also stars Arun Govil as King Dashrath, Lara Dutta as Kaikei, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, Indira Krishnan as Kausalaya, Sheeba Chadha Chaddha as Manthara, Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, Anupam Kher as Jatayu and several other well-known actors in pivotal roles.
Ramayana release date
Ramayana will be released as a two-part film. Ramayana: An Introduction – Part One is scheduled to release during Diwali 2026, while Part Two is scheduled to release during Diwali 2027. Backed by producer Namit Malhotra, the film is positioned as one of India’s biggest ever cinematic spectacles, fusing mythology with cutting-edge visual effects for a global audience.