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Director Ahmed Khan Reveals Release Date Plans For Akshay Kumar's Welcome To The Jungle

Mumbai, November 15 - Superstar Akshay Kumar's comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle is back in the media headlines with exciting updates. The movie has been in production since last year and is finally in the last leg of filming. During a recent interview with Pinkvilla, director Ahmed Khan officially confirmed that Suniel Shetty is part of the film and will reprise his role as Yeda Anna from Awaara Paagal Deewana. The confirmation came as an exciting update, as it might pave the way for a crossover between characters and lead to the next instalments of the franchises. Suniel Shetty To Reprise His 'Yeda Anna' Character In Welcome To The Jungle; Exciting Details Revealed As the shoot of Welcome To The Jungle is nearing its end, fans are eager to know when the film will be released. During the same interview, Ahmad Khan revealed that the team is almost at the end and will wrap the filming by January. He said that they are planning to release the film by mid next year, around June and July. The choreographer-turned-filmmaker further revealed that Welcome 3 is "a black dark situational humour. It's not a comedy. Firoz Nadiadwala believes in dark humour and situational humour. And of course, it's serious cinema: not a comedy or slapstick". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, the third instalment of the blockbuster franchise features one of the biggest star casts in Indian cinema. Apart from Akshay and Suneil Shetty, the film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Johnny Lever, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Rahul Dev, Mukesh Tiwari, Sharib Hashmi, and Yashpal Sharma. Stay tuned...

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21 days ago

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Suniel Shetty To Reprise His 'Yeda Anna' Character From Awara Paagal Deewana In Akshay Kumar-fronted Welcome To The Jungle

Mumbai, November 13 - The '90s Bollywood star Suneil Shetty is all set to reprise his iconic character as Yeda Anna from the action comedy film Awara Paagal Deewana (2022), but with a big twist. While the actor is stepping into the shoes of this famous character again, it is not for APD. According to the report by Pinkvilla, Sunil Shetty is reuniting with Akshay Kumar in Firoz Nadiadwala's Welcome To The Jungle, which is currently in its last schedule of filming. Director Ahmad Khan confirmed the development to the platform and also revealed some details. "Well, Suniel is playing the character that we have picked up from Awara Paagal Deewana, Yeda Anna. So, he is playing Yeda Anna with a little different touch. He has got that already up his sleeve, the same character", he said, while adding, "You will basically see Anna, the same Suniel Shetty who was known for the character that he used to play: a funny, humorous Yeda Anna and Shyam". Ahmad Khan further revealed that Shetty's Yeda Anna has a great banter with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, which will take the fun and chaos a notch higher. The actor was excited to come on board and to see this unexpected crossover in Welcome 3. He will also have 3 songs in the film. Produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, Welcome To The Jungle stars a huge ensemble cast that includes Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, and others in key roles. It is expected to be released during the summer of 2026. Stay tuned...

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41 days ago

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Welcome To The Jungle: Akshay Kumar and Team To Begin Final Schedule In November Ahead Of 2026 Release

Mumbai, October 24 - After wrapping up Jolly LLB 3, Akshay Kumar is gearing up for an eventful year ahead with a packed 2026 lineup. The superstar is all set to dive back into the world of comedy and chaos with Welcome To The Jungle "” the highly awaited third instalment in the beloved Welcome franchise. Welcome 3 started production last year, but the shooting was halted due to some reasons, and was at risk of getting shelved. According to information obtained by Pinkvilla, things are back to normal as Akshay, along with the rest of the cast, will begin a 15-day shooting schedule for the film this November, after a long delay. A source close to the project revealed to Pinkvilla, "This schedule will primarily cover key sequences featuring Akshay and the ensemble cast. The team plans to wrap up the remaining portions by early next year, as they target a mid-2026 release. Most of the major shooting has already been completed." Directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, Welcome To The Jungle promises to be one of Bollywood's biggest comedy spectacles in the making. The film features an impressive cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, and Paresh Rawal, among others. With Akshay Kumar returning to his comic roots, fans can expect a laughter-filled cinematic ride when the film hits theatres next year. The Welcome franchise, first launched in 2007, has faced multiple delays over the years, but excitement around its return remains sky-high. Meanwhile, Akshay's next release will be Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan, marking their reunion after 14 years. He will also star in Haiwaan, another Priyadarshan collaboration that reteams him with Saif Ali Khan after nearly two decades. He also has multiple other films in the pipeline, for which details will be revealed in due time. Stay tuned...

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146 days ago

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'Ramayana' Complete Star Cast Details Seemingly Revealed

Mumbai, July 11 - One of Indian cinema's most ambitious projects, director Nitesh Tiwari's epic adaptation of Ramayana, has become the talk of the town following the release of its first look teaser. The brief glimpse, which introduced Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Raavan, has sent anticipation soaring, with a wave of unanimous praise across the board. ## Primary Cast Confirmed ## The teaser officially revealed Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, joined by Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Yash as the fearsome Raavan, and Sunny Deol in the powerful role of Hanuman. The visual introduction of Ranbir and Yash has already generated tremendous excitement among fans. ## Rumoured Full Cast Line-Up ## According to Letterboxd, the complete cast has now surfaced. Notably, Arun Govil, who famously portrayed Rama in Ramanand Sagar's iconic TV series, returns to the epic as King Dasharath. He will be joined by Indira Krishnan as Mata Kaushalya and Lara Dutta as the scheming Kaikeyi. ## The cast reportedly also includes: ## Sheeba Chaddha as Manthra ## Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari ## Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha ## Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjiva ## Adinath Kothare as Bharat ## Mohit Raina as Lord Shiva ## Kunal Kapoor as Indradeva ## Amitabh Bachchan lending his voice for Jatayu ## Other listed cast members on LetterBoxd in undisclosed roles include Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Vikrant Massey, Meghna Malik, Harman Baweja, Samarth Kaimliya, Kurangi Vijyashri Nagraj, Ajinkya Rao, Sandeep Kumar, Pravin Manjrekar, and Satyen Chaturvedi. ## Production & Release Timeline ## Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studio in association with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana will unfold in two parts, with Part 1 slated for Diwali 2026 and Part 2 expected in Diwali 2027. The epic will be released globally in multiple languages and formats, including 3D and IMAX. ## The film's visual effects are being handled by DNEG, the studio behind numerous global blockbusters. Musical legends Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman are collaborating on the score, setting the stage for a truly cinematic mythological experience. ## Stay tuned...

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154 days ago

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Ramayana Primary Cast Confirmed As Makers Unveil Epic Announcement Video

Mumbai, July 3 - Ending months of speculations and anticipation, producer Namit Malhotra has officially announced the grand cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana. Directed by Dangal fame Nitesh Tiwari, the film was announced on July 3 with a breathtaking video that revealed the primary cast and teased the film's stunning scale. ## Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor will take on the revered role of Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi will portray Goddess Sita. Yash steps into the role of Ravana, with Sunny Deol portraying Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey is cast as Laxman. ## Though only five actors were formally announced, the ensemble cast will also feature Kajal Aggarwal, Arun Govil, Rakul Preet Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Lara Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, among others, in significant roles in this timeless saga. ## The announcement video itself has left fans awestruck with its cinematic brilliance. Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus in collaboration with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the video showcases a sweeping vision of the epic tale, brought to life with world-class VFX by DNEG and a thrilling background score by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. ## Towards the end of the video, the makers also released the official first look glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Yash as Ravana. Designed specifically for IMAX, Ramayana promises to be a landmark in Indian cinema, offering an immersive experience of the sacred epic. The film will be released in two parts, with Part 1 releasing on Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 on Diwali 2027. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Namit Malhotra (@iamnamitmalhotra) ## Stay tuned...

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170 days ago

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Akshay Kumar's 'Welcome 3' Lands In Trouble

Mumbai, June 17 - It has been more than a year since the shoot of superstar Akshay Kumar-fronted Welcome To The Jungle kicked off. But things are not as smooth as they seemed, as the filming of this much-awaited biggie is on hold since August 2024. ## There have been reports that the shoot of Welcome 3 would resume soon, but the latest development suggests that the situation is grim around the movie, which has landed in big trouble owing to financial conflicts, according to Pinkvilla. ## It is known to all that the film was last shot in August 2025, and nearly 70% of the shoot was completed. The report says that over the last 6 months, around 2-3 shooting schedules were cancelled, and a new schedule, slated to take place in June, has also been cancelled. ## The actors of the movie are confused about the things going on in the movie. "They have been allotting dates for the shoot of Welcome To The Jungle to producer Firoz Nadiadwala, and the same stands cancelled at the last minute due to logistical and financial issues", says the report. ## In another alarming development, Pinkvilla reports that some of the originally cast actors have left the film, over non-payment of dues and an unclear situation, and the remaining are still lending their support for the love of the franchise. There is no clarity when the movie will resume and hit the big screen. ## The film is being produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, whose other films are also in the same situation. Ahmed Khan is directing this comic caper, which features a huge star cast consisting of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Disha Patani. ## Stay tuned...

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288 days ago

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Upcoming Movies Of Bollywood Superstar Akshay Kumar

Mumbai, February 19 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has a packed slate of upcoming films, with several franchise entries and highly anticipated projects. His latest release, Sky Force, has been performing well at the box office, grossing ₹148.25 crore worldwide in 24 days"”an unusual success for the actor in recent years. Here's a look at his upcoming movies:## Kesari Chapter 2## Produced by Dharma Productions, Cape of Good Films, and Leo Media Collective, Kesari Chapter 2 is set against the backdrop of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. The film is being given a franchise treatment, though it is not directly connected to Kesari (2019). According to a report by Peepingmoon.com, the biopic of C. Shankaran Nair"”previously rumored to be titled Shankara"”has now been renamed Kesari 2 to leverage the established brand and thematic similarities. The film, like its predecessor, revolves around bravery, patriotism, and nationalism. Dharma Productions has scheduled it for a worldwide theatrical release on April 18, 2025.## Jolly LLB 3## Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi reunite for Jolly LLB 3, the third installment in the successful courtroom comedy-drama franchise. One of the most anticipated Bollywood films, it pits Akshay and Arshad against each other in a legal battle, with Saurabh Shukla reprising his role as the judge and Huma Qureshi returning as well. Initially scheduled for an April 10 release, the film has now been postponed to August 2025.## Housefull 5## The Housefull franchise returns with its biggest installment yet. Housefull 5 is expected to be one of Bollywood"™s grandest comedy films, featuring an ensemble cast. Akshay Kumar leads the star-studded lineup, which includes Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Chunky Pandey, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Sonam Bajwa, Chitrangada Singh, and Soundarya Sharma. The release date has not been confirmed, but the film is expected to hit cinemas later this year.## Bhooth Bangla## Akshay Kumar reunites with director Priyadarshan for Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy produced by Cape of Good Films and Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures. The duo has previously collaborated on hits like Hera Pheri, Bhagam Bhaag, Garam Masala, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, De Dana Dan, and Khatta Meetha. The film also features veteran comedic actors Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Asrani, though official confirmation of their roles is awaited. The movie is slated for release on April 2, 2026.## Welcome To The Jungle (aka Welcome 3)## Akshay Kumar headlines the Welcome franchise's third installment, Welcome To The Jungle. Directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz Nadiadwala in association with Jio Studios, the film boasts one of the biggest star casts in Indian cinema. Along with Akshay Kumar, the ensemble includes Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Johnny Lever, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Rahul Dev, Mukesh Tiwari, Sharib Hashmi, Inaamulhaq, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, and Vrihi Kodvara. A promotional video introducing the massive cast has already generated excitement among fans. The official release date is yet to be announced.## Hera Pheri 3## One of the most eagerly awaited films, Hera Pheri 3, marks the return of director Priyadarshan to the franchise. He helmed the original Hera Pheri (2000), and fans are thrilled to see him back for the threequel. Producer Firoz Nadiadwala has resolved legal issues to reclaim the rights to the franchise, paving the way for its continuation. Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal are set to reprise their iconic roles. While the official filming schedule is yet to be announced, Akshay confirmed in a recent media interaction that the movie is expected to begin production by the end of this year.## Cameo Appearances## Apart from his leading roles, Akshay Kumar will make cameo appearances in two films:## 1. Kannappa## 2. Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat## With a diverse lineup of comedy, horror, drama, and historical films, Akshay Kumar is set to entertain audiences with an exciting slate of releases in the coming years.##

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451 days ago

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Ranbir Kapoor To Play A Double Role In Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana': Report

Mumbai, September 9 - Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is doing the biggest film of his career in the form of director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana. The movie also stars superstar Yash along with Sai Pallavi, and Sunny Deol, among many others. ## It is known to everyone that Ranbir Kapoor is playing the role of Lord Ram, and now, according to the latest report by Peeping.com, the Brahmastra star will be donning a double role in the film. Apart from playing Lord Ram, Ranbir will also play Maharishi Parashuram. ## It is said that Ranbir's dual role aligns with the fact that both Ram and Parashuram are avatars of Lord Vishnu. The actor will reportedly have a completely distinct and unrecognizable look as Parashuram who holds a brief but significant importance in the epic.## The report also states that the legendary Amitabh Bachchan has also joined the ensemble cast of Ramayana. Big B will reportedly lend his voice to the divine bird Jatayu, who loses his wings and life during a confrontation with Ravana while attempting to rescue Goddess Sita during her abduction.## The 2-part epic is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in partnership with Yash's Monster Mind Creations with a budget of $100 million. It stars Ranbir as Lord Ram, alongside Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Lankesh, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Laxman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, and Arun Govil as Dashrath, among others. ## The shoot of Ramayana is currently going at a brisk pace and is expected to be wrapped by November this year. It is heavy on VFX project and the first part will have a grand release in 2026. The makers are treating it with the due care and reverence that it deserves, presenting it in such a way that Indian hearts will swell with pride.## Stay tuned...

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466 days ago

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Makers Provide Update On Akshay Kumar's 'Welcome To The Jungle' Amid Cancellation Rumours

Mumbai, August 25 - The third instalment of the Welcome has been in the news ever since it was announced due to various reasons. Directed by Ahmed Khan, Welcome To The Jungle features one of the biggest ensemble casts, led by superstar Akshay Kumar.## Recently, Jio Studios, which was supposed to bankroll the movie, deleted the announcement video of the film from its YouTube channel which led to speculations about its cancellation. As the rumours continue to spread like wildfire, the makers have provided a vital update on the same.## Putting rumours to rest, the makers have dropped an unseen picture from the shoot, featuring the entire star cast. It is said that the film has already finished its marathon schedule in Mumbai and Kashmir in August and will commence the international schedule in October this year.## Welcome 3 has already completed 70% of the total shooting and the remaining 30% will be finished in the next schedule. As announced originally, the movie will not be able to make it to the Christmas release and has been postponed to 2025.## Akshay Kumar leads the cast of the comic caper which also stars Jackie Shroff, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Aftab Shivdasani, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, and Sayaji Shinde in pivotal roles. ## Stay tuned...

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536 days ago

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Akshay Kumar's 'Welcome 3' Release Postponed To 2025: Report

Mumbai, June 16 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle is set to miss Christmas 2024 weekend after it has reportedly been postponed to 2025. The movie is directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz Nadiadwala. ## According to the report by Hindustan Times, Welcome 3 has been delayed as it has still multiple shooting schedules remaining, additionally, significant VFX work will be required after principal photography concludes which makes it hard to meet its Christmas weekend release. ## Welcome 3 is scheduled to release on December 20, alongside Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par and the Hollywood movie, Mufasa: The Lion King. As the Akshay Kumar-led entertainer is likely to be pushed back to 2025, Sitaare Zameen Par remains the only major Bollywood movie to come out on Christmas 2024. ## Akshay Kumar returns to the Welcome franchise after missing out on the second film. The actor headlined the original film of the franchise back in 2007 and it was a big box office success. The upcoming movie also features Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Lara Dutta, and others. ## Stay tuned...

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601 days ago

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Yash Officially Joins 'Ramayana' As Co-Producer And Actor

Mumbai, April 12 - Kannada superstar and producer, Yash has officially joined director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana. The actor-filmmaker's Monster Mind Creations will co-produce with Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios to bring this epic to global audiences. ## The upcoming adaptation of Ramayana is touted to be a dream project, not just for the talent involved but for Indian cinema overall. Apart from co-producing the film, which will be turned into a trilogy, Yash is also playing one of the main roles. ## Yash said in a statement (via Variety), "It has been my long-term aspiration to make films that will showcase Indian cinema on a global level. In pursuit of that, I was in L.A. to ally with one of the best VFX studios, and to my amazement, the driving force behind it was a fellow Indian. Namit and I had various ideation sessions, and coincidentally, our synergy on the vision for Indian cinema aligned perfectly".## "We brainstormed various projects, and during these discussions, the subject of "˜Ramayana"™ came up. Namit had a part of it in the works. The "˜Ramayana,"™ as a subject, deeply resonates with me and I had an approach in my mind for it. By joining forces to co-produce "˜Ramayana"™ we are bringing together our collective vision and experience to create an Indian film that will ignite excitement and passion in audiences across the world". ## The cast of Ramayana will officially be announced real soon but it is known to the Indian audiences that Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is playing the role of Lord Ram alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita. Yash will be seen playing the role of Lankesh/Raavan, the main antagonist of Ramayana. The other cast includes Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Lara Dutta as Kaikayi, and Arun Govil as Raja Dasharatha among others. ## The shoot of Ramayana has already commenced recently and the main cast will join it soon. Meanwhile, Yash is gearing up to start shooting for director Geethu Mohandas's Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, which he is also co-producing. It will be released in April 2025. ## Stay tuned...

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669 days ago

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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' Shooting Details Revealed

Mumbai, February 4 - The countdown begins for the shoot commencement of Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor-led epic Ramayana, potentially the biggest Indian film in the making. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the three-part film features Kapoor in the role of Lord Ram alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Raavan, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman, among others. ## The pre-production work on Ramayana has been going on for a long time and now, the makers are set to take the movie on floors in March this year. According to a report by TOI, the first schedule of the film will take in Mumbai for around 60 days in which Ranbir and Sai Pallavi will be shooting for their portions. ## After the Mumbai schedule, the team will head to London for another around 60 days of filming. Superstar Yash will join Ranbir in the London schedule, however, the former will shoot for around 15-20 days as he will have an extended appearance as Lankesh in the first part of Ramayana. ## The second and third parts of Ramayana will mainly focus on Yash's Raavan and Sunny Deol's Hanuman along with Ranbir and Pallavi. Meanwhile, it is said that Ranbir has willingly renounced alcohol and non-vegetarian food as his intention is to feel as pure as lord Ram in this epic saga. ## Apart from the aforementioned actors, the makers have roped in Lara Dutta to play the role of Kaikeyi while the talks are in an advanced stage with Vijay Sethupathi to play Vibhishana. The casting for other characters will be locked soon. Oscar-winning company DNEG is handling VFX work of the film that is planned to be released on Diwali 2025. ## Stay tuned...