{
  "id": 16072038,
  "title": "Ayodhya Ramlila 2026 Draws Over 74 Crore Views Across 57 Countries, Organisers Claim Record Global Reach",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/ayodhya-ramlila-2026-draws-over-74-crore-views-across-57-countries",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T15:37:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/uttar-pradesh/ayodhya-ramlila-2026-draws-over-74-crore-views-across-57-countries-organisers-claim-record-global-reach"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 2026, the Ayodhya Ramlila event, which took place from October 10 to 20 in Delhi, has achieved a record-breaking viewership of over 74 crore across 57 countries. This digital rendition of the story of Lord Shri Ram, featuring film stars and modern technology, has set a new global reach record. The event, organized by the Ramlila Committee, was held at Mavalankar Hall on Rafi Marg in Delhi and streamed on various platforms to a worldwide audience. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has annually sent best wishes and blessings to the Ramlila Committee. Key participants included film artists Ravi Kishan as Lord Shri Ram, Kezia Liz Mejo as Mata Sita, Bindu Dara Singh as Lord Shiva, Arun Bakshi as Ravana, Shahbaz Khan as Meghnad, Puneet Issar as Lord Parshuram, and Raja Murad as Kumbhkaran. The event received appreciation for its use of 3D technology and modern stage design. The Shemaroo Bhakti YouTube channel alone attracted over 7 crore viewers, with the Bal Ramlila also drawing significant attention.",
  "summary": "Ayodhya, October 22: When the story of Lord Shri Ram reaches millions of people through modern technology and performances by film stars, its message of faith transcends geographical boundaries. Ayodhya Ramlila, featuring film artists, has once again set a new record this year for its extensive reach. Held in Delhi from October 10 to 20, the Ramlila attracted more than 74 crore viewers across…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}