Ramayana: The Most Epic Film Ever Made
A Global Phenomenon in the Making
Director Nitesh Tiwari's "Ramayana" is generating buzz worldwide for its unprecedented production scale and storytelling. This film is set to revolutionize Indian cinema, becoming the most expensive film ever produced in the country.
Record-Breaking Budget: Rs. 835 Crore
The massive investment reflects the filmmakers' ambition to create a visually stunning and epic retelling of the ancient Hindu epic.
Recent Budget of Latest Movies: Rising Trend
The Indian film industry has witnessed a significant increase in film budgets in recent years. Here are some of the most recent examples:
2024: Kalki 2898 AD - 600 million crowns
The sci-fi movie Kalki 2898 AD has set a new standard with a massive budget of 600 crores. The expectations towards the film is fulfilled the visual spectacle, with a significant portion of the budget allocated to special effects and action sequences.
2023: Adipurush – 500 million crowns
Last year's a major work, Adipurush, had a budget of 500 crores. This mythological drama featured an all-star cast and was filmed on a grand scale with extensive use of visual effects.
2022: RRR – 550 million crowns
Released in 2022, SS Rajamouli's RRR had a budget of 550 crores. This period action film featured an all-star cast, including Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, and was known for its elaborate action sequences and visual effects.
Growing trend
The rising budgets of Indian films reflect the growing ambitions of filmmakers to create world-class content. With the advent of new technologies and the rise of streaming platforms, the Indian film industry is undergoing a significant transformation. As budgets continue to rise, audiences can expect to see more grandeur and spectacle on the big screen.
Star-Studded Cast of Ramayana
- Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram
- Sai Pallavi as Sita Maa
- Arun GHanuman Dasharatha
- Yash as Raavan
- Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi
- Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman
- Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara
- Ravi Dubey as Lakshman
- Indira Krishnan as Kausalaya
- Vijay Sethupathi, Hritik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Bobby Deol in supporting roles
Director : Nitesh Tiwari
Writers: Namit Malhotra, Sridhar Raghaban
Production Update :
- Filming of the first part completed.
- Minor patchwork and VFX work remaining
- 12 massive sets dismantled, indicating smooth production
- Second part filming to begin soon, wrapping up by December 2025
- Extensive post-production phase planned (600 days)
New Release Plan: Two Parts Instead of Trilogy
To ensure tight and impactful storytelling, director Tiwari has decided to release "Ramayana" in two parts.
Get Ready for a Visual Spectacle in 2026 - 2027
"Ramayana" promises to captivate audiences with its cinematic excellence and visual effects. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience!
Source of Information : Bollywood Hungama, Wikipedia , Hindustan Times
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