Overview
- Ajinkya Deo says Ranbir Kapoor made him feel comfortable on set, recalling compliments like "Sir, beautiful shot yaar" and lighthearted chats about workouts and age.
- He describes Kapoor as "very pure at heart" and "unfiltered," crediting that authenticity with creating an instant audience connection.
- Deo confirms his role as Sage Vishwamitra, the mentor to Lord Rama, in Ramayana: Part 1.
- Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the two-part adaptation is slated for theatrical releases on Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
- The ensemble features Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Sunny Deol as Hanuman, with reports noting the leads made personal sacrifices for the project.