Makers reveal Rakul Preet Singh’s fierce ‘Surpanakha’ Avatar in “Ramayana”
The curiosity of the audience is continuously increasing regarding the film ‘Ramayana’ being made under the direction of Nitesh Tiwari. The makers of the film have released the first look of actress Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha.
In the poster, Rakul is seen in the royal style of Princess Surpanakha of Janasthan. Her attire, gold jewellery and attractive headpiece on her head reflect the royal personality of this character. While sharing the poster, the makers have introduced her as the princess of Janasthan.
Rakul described being a part of the film and playing the role of Shurpanakha as a special experience for her. She stated that the character of Shurpanakha is crucial to the epic, and that understanding and portraying her world on screen has been a remarkable journey for her as an artist. According to Rakul, she feels honored to be a part of this story, which has resonated with people for generations and is deeply rooted in Indian culture. She also expressed her excitement about bringing her look and performance to audiences in the film.
Surpanakha, Ravana’s sister, plays a crucial role in the story of “Ramayana.” Her encounter with Lord Rama and Lakshmana during their exile becomes a turning point in the narrative, setting the stage for the conflict between Rama and Ravana. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshmana.
Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios is producing the film in association with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The film, which will be released in two parts, will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The first part will hit theaters worldwide on November 5, 2026, and the second part on Diwali 2027. The film will also be released in IMAX.
