The epic story of Ramayana is finally set to come back on the big screen with Nitesh Tiwari’s super ambitious two-part version, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi in main roles. Even with that, the buzz is already at a different level and, comparisons with Prabhas’ Adipurush (2023) are unavoidable, with the talk and response Om Raut’s Adipurush got. So, here are five big differences, that make Ramayana feel like it’s trying to stand apart from that earlier mythological drama.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana vs Prabhas’ Adipurush
1. Storytelling Approach: Traditional Epic vs A Modern Twist
Adipurush tried to do a modern, stylised kind of retelling of the Ramayana, while Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is expected to lean into a heavier, more emotional and detailed recounting of the old epic.
2. Character Depth and How They’re Portrayed
Adipurush was hit by criticism when it came to characterisation, but Ramayana looks like it will dig deeper into the emotional arcs and inner complexities of people like Lord Ram, Sita, and Ravana. And yes, Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash will be taking on these iconic parts.
3. Visual Effects and Overall Production Scale
Ramayana is reportedly being built with a huge budget, advanced VFX, and international-grade tech, to deliver a grand cinematic feel. Adipurush, on the other hand faced backlash, especially around the visual effects and the final execution.
4. Filmmaking Team and Creative Vision
Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari, and is produced by Namit Malhotra, with a team aiming at a globally appealing Indian epic. Adipurush, directed by Om Raut, followed a totally different creative vision, so the approach doesn’t match.
5. Two-Part Saga vs One Standalone Movie
Unlike Adipurush, which came out as one standalone film, Ramayana is planned as a two-part saga. That structure gives it more room to unfold characters, major events, and the mythology in a more detailed way, without rushing it all.