Sunil Lahiri Critiques New Ramayana Film, Calls for More Devotion in Storytelling

Mumbai, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Actor Sunil Lahiri, known for his portrayal of Lakshman in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic Ramayana, recently shared his thoughts on the newly released film adaptation of the epic. He expressed disappointment over the film’s failure to convey the devotion and divinity that are central to the Ramayana narrative.

In a video posted on social media platform X, Lahiri described his viewing experience as bittersweet. While he acknowledged the film’s impressive visuals and high production values, he felt that the filmmakers overlooked some crucial scenes and dialogues. “I had the chance to watch the film ‘Ramayana.’ It is a grand production with world-class visual effects. The cinematography is stunning, and the actors have performed their roles with great dedication,” he said.

However, Lahiri pointed out that the emotional scenes and dialogues could have been executed more effectively. He noted the absence of the episode featuring Ahilya and criticized the portrayal of the Parshuram scene as weak. “I found the Parshuram scene quite lacking. The episode with Ahilya is missing altogether. Additionally, I didn’t like how Surpanakha interacted with Lord Ram. The way Sita addresses Lord Ram also didn’t resonate with me,” he commented.

Lahiri emphasized that many scenes failed to capture the devotion and spirituality that are essential to the Ramayana’s essence. He remarked, “The film focuses more on grandeur rather than devotion. It leans more towards power than spirituality. I encourage everyone to watch the film and share their thoughts.”

In his video post, he also noted the significance of the day, mentioning Bhai Dooj, a festival where sisters pray for their brothers’ well-being. He concluded, “Having watched the new Ramayana, I found it to be a mixed experience. It lacked the sense of divinity and devotion expected from such a film. Ravana has been overly glorified, and many important scenes are missing.”