Mukesh Khanna questions Ranbir Kapoor's Ram in Ramayana: 'Made him Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan'

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has criticized Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming Ramayana film, expressing concerns that it transforms Ram into a typical action star like Hollywood tough guys. Khanna argued that the film relies heavily on visual effects, deviating from the dignified and restrained portrayal of Ram as the revered Maryada Purushottam.

He singled out a scene where Ranbir Kapoor's Ram climbs a tree and shoots arrows, questioning whether it aligns with the image of Ram found in the Ramayana. Khanna also pointed out a contradiction in the film's portrayal of Ram's character, suggesting that if Ram were more of an action hero, there would be no need for the Vanar Sena.

Khanna admitted that the film's scale could attract audiences overseas but emphasized that viewers in India would judge it based on their faith and beliefs.