Following the theatrical release of 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' on November 5, veteran actor Sunny Deol has publicly endorsed the film, even going so far as to compare it favourably against international cinema. Deol, who features in a surprise post-credit scene as Lord Hanuman, shared his thoughts on social media, praising the cinematic quality and the technical execution of the mythological epic. He specifically urged the Indian public to support the venture, noting that the film’s high production values successfully transport audiences to the era depicted in the ancient text.
"I just watched Ramayana. I really, really liked it. I urge each and every Hindustani to watch it," Deol stated in a post on Instagram. He further remarked, "This film is not less than any Hollywood film. But I would say it is better than them. The special effects truly transport the viewer to that time." His endorsement comes as the film continues to generate significant discourse among audiences, particularly regarding the closing sequence that offers a glimpse into the expansion of the franchise.
The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, features a screenplay co-written by Tiwari and Shridhar Raghavan. It is produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash, and boasts an ensemble cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The narrative trajectory of this first instalment covers Ram’s early life, his marriage to Sita, the subsequent 14-year period of exile, and the eventual abduction of Sita by Ravana following a confrontation with Jatayu, who is voiced by Anupam Kher. Other prominent cast members include Ravi Dubey, Rakul Preet Singh, Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Shobana, and Kajal Aggarwal.
The post-credit appearance of Hanuman has become a primary point of discussion for viewers. The scene features a musical backdrop accompanied by the 'Hanuman Chalisa', rendered by a collective of artists including Diljit Dosanjh, Sukhwinder Singh, Mohit Chauhan, Kailash Kher, and Anirudh Ravichander. While the footage keeps the character’s face obscured for the majority of the segment, a concluding wide shot reveals the figure flying with a 'gada' in hand while chanting. This strategic reveal has served to heighten audience curiosity for the sequel, which is slated for release in 2028.
In addition to the teaser of Hanuman, the film also introduces Raghav Juyal as Meghnada, the crown prince of Lanka and son of Ravana. The makers have intentionally withheld full visual details of these characters to sustain engagement. For the narrative arc, the introduction of Hanuman represents a pivotal shift, as he is destined to become a central figure in Rama’s journey to locate Sita in Lanka and assist in the forthcoming conflict against Ravana.
As the film continues its theatrical run, the focus remains on its visual storytelling and the scale of its production. By blending a mythological narrative with contemporary technical prowess, the creative team behind 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' aims to establish a lasting cinematic universe. With the sequel confirmed for 2028, industry observers and fans are now looking toward how these character introductions will influence the broader scope of the planned epic series.
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