Bringing Ramayana to Life: Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari on Casting, Visuals and Legacy
Hollywood First Look sits down with producer Namit Malhotra and director Nitesh Tiwari to explore Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, an ambitious cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic that follows Prince Rama and Princess Sita on a journey shaped by love, duty, sacrifice, and destiny.
The filmmakers discuss the responsibility of casting actors to portray some of the most revered figures in Indian storytelling and the creative vision behind bringing the epic’s extraordinary world to the big screen. From the film’s sweeping visuals to the challenges of honoring a story cherished for generations, Malhotra and Tiwari offer insight into their vision for the adaptation. They also explore how Ramayana: Rise of a Legend could inspire future filmmakers to revisit timeless stories and introduce them to new audiences around the world.
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Namit Malhotra (Producer)
Nitesh Tiwari (Director)
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend opens exclusively in theaters November 5, 2026, including IMAX and premium large formats.
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