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Exclusive: Lyricist Manoj Muntashir on National Film Award win, AR Rahman’s prediction, and redemption after Adipurush

Exclusive: Lyricist Manoj Muntashir on National Film Award win, AR Rahman’s prediction, and redemption after Adipurush

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Muntashir reveals that its composer AR Rahman had then predicted that the song lyrics are National Award material. Recalling the recording moment, he says, “Rehman sir is a night person, and I am a day person. So, we were in Chennai and Boney (Kapoor, producer) saheb said we need to do this. On director Amit Sharma’s narration and Rehman saheb’s tune, I went to the studio’s first floor and sat on his swing and came up with a song in an hour. His first reaction was: Manoj, this is a National Award. We smiled and I replied that his words are just an award and see it came true.” It was during the break of his show Krishna that he came to know about the award. “When I reached backstage, I was flooded with calls and messages. It was truly divine. I’m happy and exhilarated. Just three years back it was a different scenario after the Adipurush (2023) controversy jub duniye ke sare pathar meri talash mein theey, par waqt badalta hai. But, when you …

Adipurush’s fate doesn’t make Namit Malhotra anxious for Ramayana: ‘If you don’t like it, haath jod kar sorry bolenge’

Adipurush’s fate doesn’t make Namit Malhotra anxious for Ramayana: ‘If you don’t like it, haath jod kar sorry bolenge’

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Director Nitesh Tiwari is gearing up for the release of the magnum opus Ramayana, slated to hit the screens later this year. Ahead of the release, the film’s makers invited creators and YouTubers to the sets for an interaction with the cast and crew, during which producer Namit Malhotra opened up about the expectations for the film and the anxiety around audience reactions. Ranbir Kapoor (L) and Prabhas (R) as Lord Rama in Ramayana and Adipurush respectively. Namit Malhotra unfazed by Adipurush backlash Ramayana is a two-part film, billed as the most expensive Indian production ever. Reports say the combined landing cost of the two parts is as high as ₹4000 crore ($500 million), making it one of the most expensive films in the world. Ramayana follows Adipurush, another adaptation of the epic, but one that failed to hit the mark. The Om Raut film, released in 2023, was a critical and commercial failure, losing over ₹250 crore at the box office and drawing widespread criticism from both critics and audiences. When YouTuber Suraj Kumar …

Vindu Dara Singh says Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana looks better than Adipurush, warns makers: ‘People won’t accept if…’

Vindu Dara Singh says Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana looks better than Adipurush, warns makers: ‘People won’t accept if…’

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Actor Vindu Dara Singh‘s father and legendary wrestler-actor Dara Singh has memorialised Lord Hanuman on television with his portrayal of Pawanputra in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic series Ramayana. After watching the teaser of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, Vindu reacted to it, calling it better than Adipurush and advising makers where they should be careful. Vindu Dara Singh praises Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Rama in Ramayana. Vindu Dara Singh reacts to Ramayana teaser In an interview with DNA, Vindu Dara Singh reacted to the teaser and said, “It looks spectacular, very beautiful. But there is a strict rule. Jo Ramayan Ramanand Sagar ji ki bane hai, woh hum sabke dil-o-dimaag poori fit hai. Woh jo Ramayan hai, woh historic hai, number one hai. Agar yeh picture uske saath match ho gayi, then it will be superhit. It will be a record-breaking hit. Kuch bhi deviation agar ki, jaise is mein woh khatarnaak (asur) se dikh rahe hai, toh agar zyada upar-neeche kiya (The Ramayan made by Ramanand Sagar ji is deeply ingrained in all our hearts and …

Ramayana teaser reactions: Reddit hails Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, others say film gives Adipurush 2.0

Ramayana teaser reactions: Reddit hails Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, others say film gives Adipurush 2.0

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One of the most anticipated films of the year, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, has finally unveiled its teaser. The makers launched the teaser at a grand event, further adding to the buzz around the film. The teaser revealed Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Rama and also offered a glimpse of Yash as Ravana. However, the internet seems to have mixed reactions to it. Ranbir Kapoor’s still as Lord Rama from Ramayana. The teaser showed Ranbir looking regal as Lord Rama and fighting like a warrior. It also gave a glimpse of Yash’s look as Ravana, but without revealing his face, further adding to fans’ excitement. Here’s what social media users had to say about the Ramayana teaser. Internet reacts to Ramayana teaser A Reddit user shared the teaser on the platform and wrote, “Giving Adipurush 2.0 vibes with slightly better VFX.” Another commented, “I thought it is some fan-made trailer and they took some snaps from Adipurush.” Another wrote, “Who are the people that are saying this looks good shots look AI-enhanced or something and the …

Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Rama in Ramayana leaked, shoddy wig in 0M film faces flak: Learnt nothing from Adipurush

Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Rama in Ramayana leaked, shoddy wig in $400M film faces flak: Learnt nothing from Adipurush

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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. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Rama leaked On Monday, Zoom published a bunch of pictures of Ranbir Kapoor from the set of Ramayana. The pictures seem to have been taken while Ranbir is on his way from the shoot to his vanity, with staff members behind him holding an umbrella and vans visible in the background. The actor is seen wearing a kesariya dhoti, a janeu, and a black cape covering his bare torso. His hair is also supported by a wig, completing the …

Prabhas flew down lunchboxes of food from Chennai to Mumbai for Om Raut: ‘Someone sat on a flight smelling like masala’

Prabhas flew down lunchboxes of food from Chennai to Mumbai for Om Raut: ‘Someone sat on a flight smelling like masala’

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If there is one thing Prabhas is known for other than his filmography, it is his love for food. The usually shy star even tends to open up in interviews when the topic is food. In an interaction with Santosh Shobhan and Manasa Varanasi as part of the promotions for their recent release, Couple Friendly, Prabhas opened up about how he tends to ‘Swiggy’ food from other states on his cheat days. Om Raut directed Prabhas in the 2023 adaptation of Ramayana titled Adipurush. Prabhas on flying in food from other states Santosh asked Prabhas during the interaction if it’s true that he tends to ‘Swiggy’ food from other states too whenever he feels like it. Confirming it, Prabhas gave an example and joyfully said, “When I was shooting in Mumbai for Adipurush, it was my cheat meal day. I was with Om Raut, and I told him, not Mumbai, I would get him special food from somewhere else. I told him I’d get him Chennai food. He kept waiting for the food, and it …

Prabhas flew food from Chennai restaurant to Mumbai for Adipurush shoot cheat day: ‘Someone boarded a flight with food…” | Telugu News

Prabhas flew food from Chennai restaurant to Mumbai for Adipurush shoot cheat day: ‘Someone boarded a flight with food…” | Telugu News

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4 min readHyderabadFeb 20, 2026 04:34 PM IST Prabhas is many things — one of Indian cinema’s biggest stars, the face of franchise films, a man of a few words. But if there is one thing his colleagues will tell you without hesitation, it is that his generosity with food has no geographic boundaries. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO In a conversation with the team of Couple Friendly, Prabhas stopped by to congratulate the cast and crew and ended up sharing a story that has since left everyone equal parts amused and astonished. It goes back to the sets of Adipurush, director Om Raut’s mythological epic. It was a cheat meal day, one of those rare, much-anticipated breaks from routine where a film crew finally gets to eat what they actually want. Prabhas offered to take care of the food for everyone. The team, Om Raut included, was grateful and thought nothing more of it. Food was coming and Prabhas had it handled. What nobody knew was where exactly he was getting it from. Hours passed …

Arun Govil endorses Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram in Ramayana, dismisses Prabhas’ Adipurush: ‘To play God, you should look like that’ | Bollywood News

Arun Govil endorses Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram in Ramayana, dismisses Prabhas’ Adipurush: ‘To play God, you should look like that’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiFeb 2, 2026 08:59 AM IST Veteran actor Arun Govil, known for his iconic portrayal of Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan, has praised the upcoming cinematic adaptation of Hindu epic and endorsed its lead Ranbir Kapoor, saying that only a “good actor and a good human being” can convincingly play god on screen. Billed as an ambitious cinematic event, the film features KGF star Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lord Lakshman. It is directed by Nitesh Tiwari of “Dangal” fame. “The Ramayana by Nitesh Tiwari looks very good. It has been made with a lot of hard work by Nitesh Tiwari, the actors and the entire team. The main actor Ranbir Kapoor is looking very good as Lord Ram. He is a good actor and good human being. “To play a God, you’ve to have a good, pure soul, and you have to be a good human being also,” Govil, who is playing the role of King Dasharatha, Lord Ram’s …

Border 2 worldwide box office collection day 10: Sunny Deol, Varun film grosses ₹377 crore; beats Adipurush, Kabir Singh

Border 2 worldwide box office collection day 10: Sunny Deol, Varun film grosses ₹377 crore; beats Adipurush, Kabir Singh

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Border 2 worldwide box office collection day 10: War drama Border 2 finished its second weekend at the ticket window with a bang, registering a bumper second Sunday, and inching closer to the ₹400 crore mark in global gross. The film, starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, has now minted almost ₹380 crore worldwide, on the back of strong collections on Saturday and Sunday. Border 2 worldwide box office collection day 10: Sunny Deol in a still from the film. Border 2 box office update Border 2 opened well, earning ₹224.25 crore net in its first week, including a massive ₹59 crore on Republic Day. In its second weekend, Border 2 registered good jumps in domestic collections on Saturday and Sunday, earning ₹51 crore net over the three days. This takes its domestic collection to an impressive ₹275.25 crore net ( ₹329.50 crore gross). Globally, the film has started strongly but stalled during the weekdays. It saw a revival in its second weekend, but its pace has slowed considerably. After 10 …

Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana can’t be compared to Adipurush, says Arun Govil; dismisses comparisons with Ramanand Sagar show

Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana can’t be compared to Adipurush, says Arun Govil; dismisses comparisons with Ramanand Sagar show

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Ramayana has been one of the defining epics of Indian culture. Over the last century, the epic has been adapted onto the big screen countless times, with many actors portraying Lord Rama on TV and film. Among them, Arun Govil has perhaps established himself as someone who can lay claim to given the definitive portrayal of the deity. The actor is returning to the epic with Nitesh Tiwary’s upcoming film adaptation, playing King Dashrath. In a recent interview, Govil addressed the comparisons the upcoming Ramayana film will face. Both Adipurush and Ramayana are adaptations of the same epic. Arun Govil on comparisons Ramayana is a two-part film directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. Ever since the first look was revealed, the film has been pitted against Ramanand Sagar’s 1987 TV show Ramayan, which starred Govil as Lord Ram. The comparisons are particularly about Ranbir’s look as Lord Ram, opposed to how Govil looked …