📌 Key Points
- Leaked images reveal Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’.
- Social media users criticize the look, citing a ‘shoddy wig’ and unfaithfulness to the epic.
- Comparisons are drawn to the failure of ‘Adipurush’, with concerns about CGI and adaptation.
- The film ‘Ramayana Part One’ is slated for release in October 2026.
Leaked images of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ have ignited social media backlash. Critics are pointing out the look’s perceived flaws and drawing comparisons to the heavily criticized film ‘Adipurush’. The film is slated for a 2026 release.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Leaked Look Draws Criticism
Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is one of the most-awaited films of the year. The mega-budget adaptation of one of India’s most recognisable epics is also the most heavily guarded film of recent times, with everything from the sets to the actors’ looks under wraps. On Monday, however, some of this secret was spilt in the open as pictures of Ranbir Kapoor in his Lord Rama getup were leaked. This led to discussion about the look on social media, and not many were impressed.
Another social media account echoed the criticism, saying the film did not look faithful to how the epics have portrayed Lord Rama. “If Ram had long hair, he would tie it up in a top knot. At least that’s what my comic book illustrations show,” read the comment.
Adipurush Comparisons and Concerns
Many felt that Ramayana had not learnt the lessons from the colossal failure of Adipurush , Om Raut’s ill-fated adaptation of the epic with Prabhas as Lord Rama. “Learnt nothing from Adipurush apparently,” chirped one. Another added, “The whole film is gonna be CGI, isn’t it? just like Adipurush.” The 2023 release also starred Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon and was the costliest Indian film at the time. However, it earned only ₹ 350 crore worldwide and became one of the biggest box-office bombs in Indian cinema history.
Not everyone was completely dismissive of Ranbir as Lord Rama, though. As one social media user summed up, “He actually looks weird here, but I’ll still wait for a proper teaser/trailer before passing any judgment.”
Fans Await Official Ramayana Trailer
Ramayana films are produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studio. The film’s first glimpse was unveiled in July last year. Ramayana Part One is set to release worldwide in October 2026, ahead of Diwali.
The leaked images have undoubtedly stirred debate. Whether the criticisms hold merit remains to be seen. Fans will await the official trailer for a definitive judgment on Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Rama in ‘Ramayana’.
