India's 'Lord Of The Rings': Filmmakers hail Ramayana epic
Featuring Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, the multi-million epic brings together Indian storytelling and Hollywood expertise in a bid to captivate audiences worldwide.
Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash have hailed a multi-million-dollar Indian film as an unprecedented fusion of local and Hollywood talent. Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend, set to debut in theaters worldwide on November 5th, marks India's first truly global release, boasting a combined budget of approximately US$420 million (S$537 million).
The epic, inspired by the ancient Hindu text that serves as a cornerstone for Hinduism, chronicles the virtuous Prince Rama's (Kapoor) quest to rescue his abducted wife Sita from the malevolent demon king Ravana, portrayed by the popular actor Yash.
The film, a decade in the making with a reported budget, attracted a global workforce and features Oscar-winning visual effects and music, courtesy of Dneg and renowned composers Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. The production, spearheaded by producer Namit Malhotra, is estimated to be the largest in Indian cinema history. With its English version, Hollywood special effects, and awe-inspiring battle sequences, Ramayana aims to captivate international audiences while staying true to its Indian roots.
The film stars Sai Pallavi as the courageous Sita, who brings a strong, fighting spirit to the role. Filming took place in Mumbai, with visual effects teams working in London and Vancouver. Despite being shot entirely in Hindi, an English-language screenplay was written for the global release, with English dialogue added to a separate master version using traditional lip-syncing techniques.
Director Nitesh Tiwari emphasized the timeless emotions and values of the ancient story, hoping to share its message with a global audience.
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