29 October,2026 10:35 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A still from Ramayana trailer
Actor Sai Pallavi recently appeared on Amitabh Bachchan's quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati to promote her much-awaited film, Ramayana Part 1. During her interaction with the veteran actor, she was asked about the qualities she would want in her life partner. Sai Pallavi said she does not have a long list of expectations, but being a good person and knowing how to cook are non-negotiable for her.
The actress said, "Pehle achche insaan hone chahiye (Firstly, he should be a good man). He should not be very self-centred. He should be someone who is introspective. One who checks on his actions. So someone who has some insight about where he is in life⦠he can make mistakes, but he must mend them too. It should not be that he is blaming it on someone else. It is not that there is a huge list, but he should be a good person, and it would be better if he also knows how to cook!"
Sai also shared her first reaction when approached for Sita's role in Ramayana. She said, "I didn't want to use my head this time. Every time I play a character, I think, âWhat can I give to that character? 'but this was the first time when I thought, âWhat can I get for playing a role like that of Sita Maa? Like what knowledge will I gain from this?' So, I wanted to keep the process transparent. I didn't want to think about anything. I prayed to Sita Maa and went forward with it."
Ramayana had a grand premiere in Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 27. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the upcoming mythological epic, also starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, has garnered positive early reviews, with viewers appreciating its massive scale, visual effects, heartfelt moments and cast performances.
Ramayana, the film, is scheduled as a two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic, with music composed by AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer. In India, the first part is slated to hit theatres on November 5, 2026, while the second instalment is expected around Diwali 2027.
