'Better Than Hollywood': Sunny Deol Beams with Pride Over 'Ramayana: Part 1'
Sunny Deol calls Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 a masterpiece, comparing its VFX to Hollywood and urging Indians to watch the epic.
Bollywood powerhouse Sunny Deol is leaving no stone unturned in expressing his admiration for Ramayana: Part 1. After watching the cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, the actor took to social media to share his excitement, claiming that the film's quality rivals, and perhaps even surpasses, the grand scale of Hollywood productions.
A Cinematic Experience That Transports You
Sharing a video on Instagram, Sunny Deol urged every Indian to experience the film in theaters. He specifically highlighted the technical brilliance of the project, noting that the special effects are so immersive that the audience feels completely transported back to the era of the epic.
"I have just watched my Ramayana, and I absolutely loved it. I want every Indian to go and watch Ramayana because this film is no less than any Hollywood film; in fact, I would say it is even better. The special effects are so remarkable that you won't even realise you are not actually part of that world," Deol stated in his enthusiastic appeal.
The actor didn't stop at the visuals; he also praised the performances of the entire ensemble cast, insisting that the movie is a must-watch for everyone. He concluded his message with a powerful chant of "Jai Shri Ram."
The Mystery of Lord Hanuman
One of the most anticipated aspects of the film is Sunny Deol's debut as Lord Hanuman. In a high-impact post-credit scene, the actor makes his presence felt. While his face remains hidden from the audience in this sequence, his unmistakable voice resonates through the theater, chanting "Jai Shri Ram," leaving viewers eager for more.
An Epic Ensemble Cast
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Part 1 is the first half of a two-part journey into the legendary tale. The film boasts a stellar lineup of actors bringing the divine characters to life:
- Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama
- Sai Pallavi as Sita
- Yash as Ravana
- Ravie Dubey as Lakshman
- Sunny Deol as Hanuman
- Anupam Kher as the voice of Jatayu, the divine bird
The movie also features prominent roles played by Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, and Rakul Preet Singh. Produced by Namit Malhotra, this ambitious project hit global cinema screens on November 5, 2026, aiming to redefine how the epic is portrayed on the big screen.