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The Hindu
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Ramayana': Jaideep Ahlawat reveals he turned down role in Ranbir Kapoor-starrer due to date clash with Yash
Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat has revealed that he turned down the offer to play Vibhishana in the upcoming big-budget Ramayana adaptation starring Ranbir Kapoor. The actor said that he couldn't play the role since his dates didn't match those of KGF-star Yash, who plays Ravan, the iconic antagonist and Vibhishana's elder brother, in the film. In a recent interview, Ahlwat said, 'Unko ek particular timing chahiye tha kyunki Vibhishan ke saath Ravan ka hona zaroori hain… toh do actors ke dates ke saath match hona tha. I'm sure Ravan ki dates mujh se zyada important hogi (The makers wanted a particular timing because Vibhishana had to appear along with Ravan. So the dates of the actors had to match. I am sure the dates of the actor playing Ravan are more important than mine.) Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana stars Ranbir as Lord Ram, actor Sai Pallavi as Sita and actor Sunny Deol as Hanuman. Lara Dutta and Sheeba Chaddha are also said to be a part of the film. Billed as one of the most anticipated Indian films, Ramayana is produced by Yash's Monster Mind Creations and Namit Malhotra's production company, Prime Focus India. The magnum opus will be released in two parts, with the first part coming out in 2026 and the second in 2027. Ahlawat was last seen in Jewel Thief, where his performance as the antagonist drew critical acclaim, particularly for his acting range and unexpected dance sequences. Earlier this week, the actor confirmed that he is playing a key role in King, the upcoming action-thriller starring Shah Rukh Khan and directed by Siddharth Anand.
India.com
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor rejected the role of Ravana's brother in Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's Ramayana due to..., his name is...
This actor rejected the role of Ravana's brother in Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's Ramayana due to..., his name is... Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi-starrer Ramayana , is one of the most anticipated projects of 2026. Currently, in the production phase, the mythological epic boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and KGF star Yash will be seen as Ravana. Additionally, Sunny Deol, Kunal Kapoor and Lara Dutta will also play pivotal roles in the film. Recently, a prominent Bollywood actor revealed that he was offered the role of Vibhishana, Raavan's brother, in Nitesh Tiwari's epic film. However, he declined the role due to various reasons. Scroll down to know the name of this actor who had to let go of this opportunity. This actor rejected the role of Vibhishana in Ramayana In an interview with Lallantop, Jaideep Ahlawat, popular for his roles in Paatal Lok and Raazi, revealed that he was offered the role of Vibhishana in Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi-starrer. However, the actor turned down the offer due to scheduling conflicts. 'I was offered the role (of Vibhishana), but the timing didn't match. It required a specific schedule because Vibhishan's scenes needed to be with Raavana. I'm sure Raavana's dates were more important than mine. I think Yash from KGF is playing Raavana,' Jaideep said. Jaideep Ahlawat to work with Shah Rukh Khan in King Jaideep who was last seen in Netflix's Jewel Thief , along with Saif Ali Khan and Kunal Kapoor, also revealed that he is a part of Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming project, King. Talking about his earlier interaction with SRK, the 45-year-old actor said, 'In all my interactions with him — in the five to seven times we've met — starting from Raees, where I shot with him for four to five days, and even after that, whenever we met, he always made me feel like I was the closest person to him. He's a wonderful human being. He has some amazing qualities. Every time I've met him, he's made me feel important,' he added. Apart from Jaideep and SRK, King will feature Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, and Raghav Juyal in pivotal roles. Meanwhile, Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is expected to release in two parts- the first part to come out in 2026 and the second one in 2027.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jaideep Ahlawat confirms he turned down Vibhishana's role in Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana due to clash with Yash's schedule: 'Raavan ki dates mujh se zyada important hogi'
has confirmed that he was indeed approached for a role in 's highly anticipated Ramayana, starring as Lord Rama. The Paatal Lok actor revealed in a recent interview that he was offered the role of Vibhishana, Raavana's righteous brother, but had to let go of the opportunity due to scheduling conflicts. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In an interview with The Lallantop, Jaideep shared that the role required him to shoot scenes with the actor playing Raavana, and the team was working with a tight and specific window of dates. 'Offer hua tha. Par timing match nahi ho rahi thi,' he said, explaining that the coordination required between Vibhishana and Raavana's parts was crucial. Jaideep added, 'I think Yash kar rahe hain, KGF waale.' He also mentioned that Raavana's schedule was likely prioritised, indicating that the team had to move ahead without him. 'I'm sure Raavan ki dates mujh se zyada important hogi,' he said. A stellar ensemble brings Ramayana to life Helmed by Dangal and Chhichhore director Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is being crafted as a two-part epic. The cast features some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, essays the role of Sita, and Yash, best known for his KGF franchise, takes on the powerful role of Raavana. 'Bhai goli mat maar dena': When Jaideep Ahlawat and Kamal Haasan almost got arrested in US will be seen as Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey steps into the role of Lakshman. Lara Dutta has been cast as Kaikeyi, and Rakul Preet Singh is set to portray the fiery Shurpanakha. Kajal Aggarwal rounds out the cast as Mandodari, the queen of Lanka. With a planned release in two parts, one in 2026 and the other in 2027, Ramayana is being developed on a massive scale and has already generated immense buzz for its casting, scale, and faithfulness to the epic narrative.
