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Ramayana: Ranbir Kapoor to Play Double Role of Rama and Parshurama
Ranbir Kapoor said he used body language and voice to distinguish the two avatars after spending a year studying their motives.
- Actor Ranbir Kapoor confirmed he plays both Lord Rama and Lord Parshurama in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, with the first look receiving a roaring response from fans who called him a perfect fit for the roles.
- To prepare for the double role, Ranbir explained to Collider at a teaser launch in Los Angeles that he studied the spirituality and emotionality of both avatars of Lord Vishnu for a year leading up to shooting.
- The film's teaser depicts Lord Rama thwarting an axe attack from Lord Parshurama, a scene inspired by the epic where the two avatars meet after the breaking of Shiva's bow at Sita's Swayamvara.
- Produced by Namit Malhotra, the film features an extensive cast including Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Arun Govil as Dasharath, and Ravi Dubey as Laxman.
- Anticipation for the film remains high as audiences await its theatrical release on Diwali 2026, marking a significant retelling of the ancient epic with a major ensemble production.
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Ranbir Kapoor will be seen in a double role in "Ramayana," playing both Ram and Parashuram. Following the release of the teaser for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan, a major revelation has emerged. In the film, Ranbir Kapoor will be seen playing not only Lord Ram but also Lord Parashuram. Confirming this double role in an interview, Ranbir Kapoor explained that both characters are portrayed using different body language and voices.
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