'Not Merely A Figure Of Endurance...': Ramayana Director Nitesh Tiwari Breaks Silence On Backlash Over Sai Pallavi's Action Scenes As Sita
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana has received mostly positive reviews from critics and the audience. But there are a few things in the movie that have left people upset. There are a lot of discussions and criticism about showing Sita (Sai Pallavi) doing action in the film. Now, Tiwari, in an interview, has opened up about the criticism and has defended it. Nitesh Tiwari defends warrior Sita While talking…
Nitesh Tiwari, the director of Ramayana, has addressed the backlash over the film's portrayal of Sita as an action hero. In an interview with The Federal, Tiwari defended his interpretation of Sita, drawing from various Ramayana traditions. He highlighted that these versions present Sita as a fierce warrior and a symbol of cosmic Shakti, not just a passive figure of endurance.
Tiwari emphasized that the idea of a warrior Sita is not a modern feminist concept but stems from existing traditions in India's diverse epic narratives. Actress Dipika Chikhlia, who played Sita in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, admitted that she was unaware of Sita being a warrior in the Valmiki and Tulsidas Ramayanas she was familiar with.
However, she acknowledged the existence of over 300 Ramayanas in India, each with its unique interpretation. Despite the controversies, Ramayana has been a commercial success, generating Rs. 612.70 crore net in India and a worldwide gross of Rs. 1,111 crore within nine days of release.
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