The makers of: Nitesh Tiwariby: Ramayana: hosted the grand Ramayana. Pratham Sankalp event at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday, where: Ranbir Kapoor paid heartfelt tributes to the veteran actor Arun Govilwho immortalized the role of Lord Ram in: Ramanand Sagariconic television series.The event marked the start of the promotional campaign for the much-anticipated two-part epic and brought together the cast and crew of the film.During the event, Ranbir addressed Arun Govil in an emotional speech, acknowledging the veteran actor’s lasting impact on generations of viewers.Rather than comparing himself to Govil’s legendary portrayal, Ranbir says he considers it an inspiration and hopes to carry on the ideals the actor brings to the role.“Arun ji, you have represented this responsibility for many years with beauty, truth and dignity,” Ranbir said.He added, “Your journey has inspired not only an actor like me, but every person who has watched Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan. You have given people faith and inspiration.”Ranbir admits that he will consider his efforts a success if he gets even a fraction of Govil’s portrayal.“The way you allowed Lord Shri Ram to be a part of you, if I can achieve even a fraction of that, I will feel that all my hard work has paid off.” The actor also talked about growing up watching Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan.“Since childhood, I grew up carrying the blessings of Shri Ram, his teachings and your face in my heart,” he said.Concluding his tribute, Ranbir added, “We love you as if you were one of our own. Thank you for everything, sir.”Interestingly, Arun Govil is also part of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. While he famously portrayed Lord Ram in the 1987 television adaptation, he will now play King Dasharath, Lord Ram’s father, in the upcoming film.
The trailer of Ramayana will be released on July 24
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman and Sunny Deol as Hanuman.The two-part epic is being filmed for IMAX, with Part One scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release and Part Two set to arrive in time for Diwali 2027.The first official trailer of the film will be released worldwide on July 24.
