Nitish Bharadwaj, best known as TV's Lord Krishna, criticises 'Ramayana' after predicting Oscar win for Ranbir Kapoor's film following its trailer release, expresses disappointment after watching it
Actor Nitish Bharadwaj has publicly criticized the new 'Ramayana' film, expressing disappointment in its portrayal of characters and its departure from the spiritual essence of the epic. He argued that the film fails to represent Indian cultural values appropriately.
Why it matters
The critique highlights the cultural sensitivity and high expectations surrounding adaptations of religious epics in Indian cinema.
Actor Nitish Bharadwaj, best known for playing Lord Krishna in BR Chopra's 'Mahabharat', has changed his stance on Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's 'Ramayana: Part 1'. Following the film's trailer release, the actor had praised Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious project and even predicted that it could win an Oscar for Best Foreign Film. However, after watching the film, Bharadwaj has expressed strong disappointment, stating that it does not deserve to represent Indian cinema on the international stage. He believes the film has misrepresented Bharat's story and strayed from the spiritual and civilizational significance of the Ramayan.Taking to Instagram, Nitish Bharadwaj shared a lengthy note explaining his objections to the film. He emphasised that the Ramayan is not merely a story but a mahakavya deeply connected to the cultural, spiritual and civilizational consciousness of Sanatan Bharat.
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