Bade Achhe Lagte Hain actor Sonia Balani reveals her first look as Urmila in Ramayana

Sonia Balani in Ramayana (Picture via Instagram)

Sonia Balani, best known for playing Pihu in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain alongside Ram Kapoor and Sakshi Tanwar, has embarked on a new chapter in her career. The actress is set to portray Urmila in the upcoming mythological drama Ramayana and has already begun shooting for the much-awaited project.

Taking to Instagram, Sonia shared an exciting glimpse from the first day of filming. She posted a picture of herself in costume as Urmila, offering fans their first look at her character. Along with the image, the actress expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming support she has received since the announcement of her role.

Sonia Balani shares a glimpse of her Ramayana shoot

Sharing her emotions, Sonia wrote, "Day 1 as Urmila. Feeling incredibly grateful and a little overwhelmed by all the love coming my way. Thank you for making the beginning of this journey so special. Truly blessed."

The heartfelt post quickly garnered love from fans and members of the television industry, who congratulated Sonia on taking up one of the most significant roles from the epic Ramayana. Many praised her traditional look and wished her success for the project. The line up for Ramayana has a massive star-cast.

All about Urmila's significance in Ramayana

Urmila is an important yet often understated character in the Ramayana. She is the younger sister of Goddess Sita and the wife of Lakshman. While Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman left for their 14-year exile, Urmila stayed back in Ayodhya, spending years away from her husband. Her sacrifice, patience and unwavering devotion have long been regarded as symbols of strength and selflessness, making her one of the epic's most admired female characters.

Sonia's casting has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see her bring Urmila's grace and resilience to life on screen. Having earned appreciation for her performances in television and film projects over the years, she was last seen in The Kerala Story with Adah Sharma, the actress now steps into a role deeply rooted in Indian mythology.

As filming for Ramayana gets underway, audiences are looking forward to witnessing Sonia Balani's interpretation of Urmila, a character whose silent sacrifice continues to resonate across generations. With her journey on the sets now officially underway, the actress has promised an emotional and memorable portrayal of one of the epic's most cherished women.