Ameesha Patel Reacts to Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram: ‘Beating Old Ramayan Is a Huge Task!’

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Actress Ameesha Patel has shared her honest reaction to the newly released trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious Ramayana: Part 1, which features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. Commenting on the grand visuals and casting, she remarked, “Purane ‘Ramayan’ ko beat karna ek task hai,” highlighting the challenge of matching the emotional and cultural impact of earlier iconic adaptations.

The trailer, unveiled during Brahma Muhurat, showcases Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. It offers glimpses of key moments from the epic, including Ram’s journey and the rising conflict with Ravana. While many celebrities have praised the scale and VFX, Ameesha’s measured response underscores the high expectations surrounding the film.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and set for a Diwali 2026 release, Ramayana aims to bring the timeless story to a global audience with a massive budget and star-studded cast. Ameesha’s comment has added to the ongoing buzz around the project.