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Pink Villa
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
OG Sita from Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan unhappy with Arun Govil's casting as Dasharath in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana?
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is one of the most anticipated movies in Bollywood. The film boasts an ensemble cast of stars, including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol, Ravie Dubey, and many more. Veteran actor Arun Govil, who played the role of Lord Rama in Ramanand Sagar's 1987 TV series, Ramayan, has been cast as King Dasharath in Ramayana. Now, his co-star Dipika Chikhlia seems unhappy with his casting. Dipika Chikhlia on Arun Govil Playing Dasharath: "It Feels Out of Context" In an interview with The Times of India, Dipika Chikhlia shared her thoughts on how she perceives Arun Govil being cast as Lord Rama's father, King Dasharath, in the Ramayana. Admitting that Chikhlia finds it difficult to relate to, the actress said, "For me to see him as Dasharath is really a little out of context." Chikhlia, who played the role of Goddess Sita in the iconic TV show Ramayan, emphasized that it is his "personal choice" to nod for the role. However, for her, it is challenging to break Govil's long-standing image as Lord Ram. "If you played Ram, then you are Ram," the actress added. Dipika Chikhlia Wasn't Approached for Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana, Reveals Disappointment Dipika Chikhlia also expressed her disappointment that she wasn't approached for the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Ramayana. The 60-year-old actress further shared that the makers did not "bothered to speak to her" about it. Chikhlia also stressed that she wouldn't have agreed to play any role, as she couldn't imagine herself as someone other than Sita. Meanwhile, the makers of Ramayana recently released an introductory video of the upcoming magnum opus. It featured a glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as the demon king Ravana. The movie will be released in two parts. While Ramayana: Part 1 will be released on Diwali 2026, Ramayana: Part 2 is expected to arrive on Diwali 2027. For the uninitiated, Ranbir Kapoor has been cast opposite Sai Pallavi, who plays the role of Goddess Sita. Sunny Deol will play the role of Lord Hanuman. Ravie Dubey is cast as Lord Lakshman. Indira Krishnan plays Mata Kaushalya. Lara Dutta has been roped in to play Mata Kaikeyi. It also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Kajal Aggarwal, and others. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
News18
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Dipika Chikhlia On Not Being Offered Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana: ‘Didn't Bother'
Dipika Chikhlia says she doesn't want to be associated with Ramayana in any other capacity. The first glimpse of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, where Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, has set the Internet abuzz. The announcement teaser of the mythological drama was dropped on Thursday, reminding fans of Ramanand Sagar's iconic 1987 serial Ramayan. Hailed as the best interpretation of the Hindu epic, the television show featured Dipika Chikhlia as Maa Sita. Despite being one of the most revered characters, Dipika was not approached for a role in the upcoming magnum opus. Speaking with The Times of India, Dipika shared, 'I was never approached. I guess they've not even bothered to speak to me about it." Dipika shared that she does not want to be associated with Ramayana in any other capacity. Elaborating on her reluctance, she added, 'Once I played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. It's something I'm not sure about. If I were doing something in Mahabharat or Shiv Puran, I could still give it a thought, but not in a Ramayana film." It has been decades since Dipika Chikhlia portrayed Maa Sita on screen, but her legacy remains untouchable even today. Such was her impact that fans would revere her as a living embodiment of the Goddess. Now, as Sai Pallavi steps into the role, expectations are high. Fans are looking forward to the magic she is set to create on screen. Taking centre stage with her in the film are Ranbir Kapoor, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Laxman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha and Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari. Nitesh Tiwari, director of the film, said in a statement, 'It's a tale that has endured across millennia because it speaks to something deep and eternal within us. We are not simply making a film. We are offering a vision — one rooted in reverence, shaped by excellence, and made to transcend borders." Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and the 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, in association with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is being touted as one of the biggest releases in the near future. Filmed for IMAX, part 1 of the magnum opus will be released worldwide in Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027.
India.com
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
'Sita' of Ramayana serial got a role in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana? Deepika Chikhalia breaks silence, says, 'I will...'
The first glimpse of Bollywood's most anticipated movie Ramayana has finally come out. Just yesterday, the makers shared a glimpse of Ramayana Part 1 on social media. Meanwhile, Dipika Chikhlia has revealed whether she was approached for this film or not. Did Deepika get any role in Ramayana? Deepika Chikhalia is known as TV's Sita. She played the role of Sita in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan and was liked so much in this role that even today she is recognized for this role. Arun Govil played the role of Ram in this serial. He is also in the movie Ramayan. In such a situation, Deepika has broken her silence on whether she was approached for the mythological film or not. Dipika Chikhlia says she has not been approached for Nitesh Tiwari's mythological film Ramayan and neither can she play any character in the film herself. 'I was never approached. I think they didn't even bother to talk to me about it. Once I have played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. That's something I am not sure about,' she said in a conversation with Times of India. Deepika Chikhlia further said that even if she does not get a chance in Ramayana, but if she gets a chance in Mahabharata or Shiv Purana then she will definitely think about it. Ramayan Movie Cast Ramayan is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari. He will release it in two parts. The first part will be released in 2026 and the second part on Diwali 2027. In the film produced by Namit Malhotra, Ranbir Kapoor plays the role of Lord Ram and Sita Sai Pallavi. While Yash will be seen in the role of Ravan, Arun Govil as Raja Dasharatha, Ravi Dubey as Laxman and Sunny Deol as Hanuman.
