Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has been hitting the headlines for a long time. There have been many developments in the film and now there is another exciting development. Pinkvilla has exclusively reported that Bobby Deol and Lara Dutta are likely to join forces for an upcoming project, Ramayana. According to the buzz, they are in talks to portray significant roles in the epic saga.
Pinkvilla mentioned in its report that Lara Dutta is likely to play Kaikeyi and Bobby will be seen as Kumbhkaran. “Nitesh Tiwari wants to cast actors who are apt to play the characters belonging to the most timeless tale of Indian History. He feels Lara Dutta is perfect to play the part of Princess Kaikeyi, the third consort of King Dasharatha. It’s a pivotal character that leads to the entire conflict in Ramayana, and Lara is excited to entire the fantastical world of Nitesh Tiwari,” revealed a source close to the development.
To note, Ramayana is planned as a trilogy and Lara will have a major chunk of her role in Ramayana: Part One. She is expected to join Ranbir Kapoor in the first schedule of the film in March.
In its report, Pinkvilla also mentioned that Nitesh Tiwari and co are keen to get Bobby Deol on board to play the part of Kumbhkaran, however, they are yet to hear back from the actor. “Bobby is yet to get back to Nitesh Tiwari on Ramayana. He might or might not do the film, and will take a call in the next 2 months. Post the success of Animal, Bobby is right now flooded with offers from across the industry and he will be making his choices over the coming few months,” the source added.
Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi will be seen in the lead role. Pinkvilla earlier mentioned that the shooting for the film around the month of February 2024.
Ranbir Kapoor will play the role of Ram and Sai Pallavi will essay the role of Sita in the film. Yash will play the role of Ravana.
