Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who recently gained recognition for his portrayal of King Kulashekara in the mythological drama Kantara Chapter 1, has offered his support for Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming Ramayana project. The film, which features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana, is being produced as a two-part series with the first installment expected around Diwali 2026.
Speaking on the challenges of bringing mythological figures to the screen, Devaiah noted that while the process of storytelling is not inherently difficult, characters revered as divine come with significant audience expectations. He highlighted the influence of nostalgia, particularly regarding earlier portrayals like those in Ramanand Sagar’s television series. Despite these pressures, Devaiah argued that audiences are generally willing to engage with new interpretations if the filmmaking is compelling enough to maintain a sense of immersion.
Devaiah further praised the project’s goal of reaching international viewers beyond the Indian diaspora. Drawing a parallel to the success of S.S. Rajamouli’s RRR in the United States, the actor suggested that even if personal tastes regarding a film vary, the industry as a whole benefits when Indian productions successfully enter global markets. “Whether you like it or not, that’s a different thing, but one should rally behind it,” he stated. He expressed that having the ambition to showcase stories rooted in Indian culture to a worldwide audience is a positive development for the domestic film industry.
In addition to his comments on the Ramayana, Devaiah discussed his upcoming professional engagements. The actor is scheduled to appear in the film Little Thomas, directed by Kaushal Oza and co-starring Rasika Dugal. The project is currently slated for a theatrical release on October 23.
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