Bollywood's 'Ramayana': Is She Playing Kaikeyi?

Bollywood's highly anticipated adaptation of the epic Ramayana is stirring excitement amongst fans. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film boasts a star-studded cast, though official announcements remain elusive. Social media has been abuzz with casting rumors, with Lara Dutta recently addressing speculation about her portraying Kaikeyi.

In a playful response, Lara Dutta acknowledged the rumors, stating, "I am also hearing a lot of rumors... But, I enjoy listening to them. Because everyone wants to act in such a great movie." She even expressed her enthusiasm for various roles, including Kaikeyi, Surpanakha, and Mandodari. While unconfirmed, reports suggest Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha.

Viral pictures hint at filming underway, though official confirmation is needed. The project promises a grand scale, with KGF's Yash co-producing and rumors suggesting Oscar-winning music directors. A.R. Rahman is reportedly joined by Hollywood's Hans Zimmer to create an epic soundtrack. The ambitious project is planned as a trilogy, with the first part targeting a Diwali 2025 release.