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Ramayana Makers Reveal Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi and Sheeba Chadha as Manthara in New Character Posters
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Moneycontrol•09-10-2026, 16:34
Ramayana Makers Reveal Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi and Sheeba Chadha as Manthara in New Character Posters
- •The makers of Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana have released new character posters featuring Lara Dutta as Queen Kaikeyi and Sheeba Chadha as Manthara.
- •The posters highlight the pivotal roles of Kaikeyi and Manthara, whose actions and whispers set in motion the epic turning point of the story.
- •Lara Dutta appears in a regal traditional avatar as Queen Kaikeyi, while Sheeba Chadha is portrayed holding a staff as the cunning Manthara.
- •The star-studded cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Arun Govil as King Dashrath.
- •Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Prime Focus Studios with DNEG, the two-part epic is slated for release in Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
Key Questions Answered
Part 1 of the two-part epic Ramayana will release worldwide in Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027. The films will release across India in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, and will be available in IMAX format.
Lara Dutta stars as Queen Kaikeyi, appearing in a regal avatar with elaborate traditional attire and jewellery, while Sheeba Chadha portrays Manthara, shown holding her character's staff in her poster.
The two-part epic Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and features an ensemble cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Rocking Star Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
