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Asha Bhosle dies at 92: Akshay Kumar, Hema Malini, Jr NTR and others pay tribute

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away in Mumbai on Sunday at the age of 92, marking the end of an era in Indian music. She died at Breach Candy Hospital, where she had been admitted on Saturday evening following extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. The entire film fraternity is in a state of shock after learning about her demise. From Akshay Kumar to Raveena Tandon, actors paid tribute to her. Bollywood celebs mourn Asha Bhosle’s demise Actor Akshay Kumar took to his official social media handle to offer his tribute to the late singer. He wrote, “No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji’s demise. Unki surili awaaz hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti (sic).” No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji’s demise. Unki surily awaaz hamesha hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/GNEl7QFt8M — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 12, 2026 Actress Raveena Tandon also mourned the loss, saying, “Today marks an irreplaceable loss — the deepest loss to the industry and to me personally, from childhood to now. Her biggest fan ever. Nobody, nobody like her. Ashaji, you leave behind a legacy of music and sound that no one in the world could compare to. The greatest era of music ends here.” Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that he has always been a fan of Asha Bhosle’s voice in an emotional post that read, “To say we have lost a legend today would be an understatement. Asha ji was unlike any other — a voice that defined not only one generation but spanned the entire cinematic universe. I have always been a massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality… Asha ji, your music will live on forever, and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind. Rest in peace and power.”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor also shared a photo of Asha Bhosle on her Instagram Stories, along with the text, “End of an era — RIP,” followed by broken heart and folded hands emoticons. Hema Malini also remembered her beloved Asha Tai and wrote, "I just can’t believe how some one so full of life, she who lent so much vivacity and character to her songs has left us grieving." Jr NTR also expressed sorrow. Deeply saddened by the news of Asha Bhosle ji’s passing. Her magical voice was the heartbeat of Indian cinema for decades and touched millions of hearts. She leaves behind a legacy that will live on for generations and will always be remembered with respect and love. My deepest… pic.twitter.com/U81F2NBBeD — Jr NTR (@tarak9999) April 12, 2026 Anupamaa fame Sudhanshu Pandey shared a glimpse of his last meeting with Asha ji and penned a heartfelt note. Musicians like Shankar Mahadevan and Harshdeep Kaur also remembered her. Taking to their Instagram stories, Virat Kohli paid his tribute and wrote, “Rest in peace, Asha Bhosle ji. Your voice touched millions and will live on forever in our hearts. Om Shanti." Meanwhile, Anushka Sharma wrote, “A voice that defined generations, Asha ji’s legacy will always stay with us. Om Shanti."  Shah Rukh Khan also remembered the singer, sharing a sweet moment, lovingly kissing her cheek while she posed with a radiant smile. He wrote on X, "It’s truly sad to learn about Asha Tai’s passing… her voice has been one of the pillars of Indian cinema and will continue to resonate world over for centuries to come. A talent that will outlive many, she always showered me with blessings and love and i will miss her. Rest in Peace Asha Tai… love you." Priyanka shared a photo with Asha on Instagram and wrote, "For my generation and so many before and after, she wasn’t simply a legend we admired, she was a constant. A voice so eternal it felt like it would always be there. It is hard to put into words what it means to lose someone whose art helped shape the emotional landscape of an entire nation." Salman Khan also took to X to pen a tribute saying, "A huge loss for Indian music.... Heartbroken to hear about Asha ji. An irreplaceable voice, Your songs will continue to inspire generations." More about Asha Bhosle Confirming the cause of death, Dr Pratit Samdani said, “Asha Bhosle breathed her last today at Breach Candy Hospital. She passed away due to multi-organ failure.” Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news and shared details of the final rites, saying, “My mother passed away today. People can pay their last respects to her at 11 am tomorrow at Casa Grande, Lower Parel, where she lived. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm tomorrow at Shivaji Park.”

12 April,2026 10:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Asha Bhosle death: Riteish Deshmukh's Raja Shivaji anthem release postponed

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle’s sudden demise has left the nation and the entire music fraternity in shock. The music icon passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 92 due to multiple organ failure. She passed away a day after being hospitalised at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. Following the demise, Riteish Deshmukh’s Raja Shivaji anthem 'Chhatrapati', which was scheduled to release on April 13, has now been postponed as a mark of respect. Raja Shivaji anthem postponed after Asha Bhosle's death On X, Raja Shivaji's production house Jio Studios issued a statement announcing that the Chhatrapati anthem has now been postponed. "The voice that ruled our hearts for decades has fallen silent today. With the passing of the legendary Asha Bhosle, we mourn the loss of a golden chapter in music. As a mark of respect, we are postponing the release of the Raja Shivaji anthem, ‘Chhatrapati.' A new date will be announced soon," the post read.  The Chhatrapati anthem's music has been composed by Ajay-Atul and is choreographed by Remo D'Souza. Earlier, annopuncing the song lauch the makers wrote, "Due to your immense insistence, we're bringing it tomorrow, Raja Shivaji Anthem 'Chhatrapati' Music: Ajay-Atul Dance Director: Remo D'Souza ‘Our King, Our Pride‘ ‘Raja Shivaji’ Releasing in cinemas from 1 May 2026! Marathi and Hindi" "Your love has been overwhelming and we’re truly grateful With utmost respect, we present to you a humble tribute to India's Greatest Warrior King! Raja Shivaji Anthem 'Chhatrapati' releasing tomorrow!," the post added. Chand Mera Dil song launch postponed Earlier on Sunday, the title track of Chand Mera Dil, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani, which was initially scheduled to release on April 13 was also postponed. It will now arrive a day later. Dharma productions confirmed the decision to postpone the song launch through an official statement on social media. The statement read, “In honour of a legacy that has shaped generations, and with deep respect for the passing of the legendary Asha Bhosle, we are pushing the release of the Chand Mera Dil title track by a day." The statement added, “This decision has been made as a mark of heartfelt respect and remembrance for Asha Bhosle, whose lasting impact on music continues to inspire generations." The makers also announced that the song will now be released a day later, on April 14.

12 April,2026 09:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Athiya Shetty and Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle death: Athiya Shetty slammed for sharing Lata Mangeshkar's photo

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle died on Sunday afternoon at the age of 92. As tributes poured in for the late singer from the film and music fraternity, former Bollywood actress and model Athiya Shetty faced massive backlash on social media.  Athiya Shetty shares Lata Mangeshkar's photo in tribute to Asha Bhosle Athiya seemingly posted the image of the late Lata Mangeshkar while remembering Asha Bhosle. Netizens were quick to notice and point out the error, as Mangeshkar had already passed away on February 6, 2022. Although Athiya quickly deleted the photo of the late Lata Mangeshkar following the goof-up, screenshots of the post quickly went viral on social media. Several users began criticising her and questioning how she could make such an error, given her background in a Bollywood family of Suniel Shetty. Notably, Athiya did not address the goof-up publicly; she deleted the story and later shared a separate post grieving the loss of Asha Bhosle as a tribute to the legendary singer. Asha Bhosle's funeral is set to take place on Monday, April 13. Her mortal remains will be kept for public viewing from 11 am at her residence, Casa Grande in Lower Parel. Her last rites will be performed later at 4 pm at Shivaji Park. Netizens slam Athiya Shetty Netizens quickly noticed Athiya's error and began sharing screenshots of the same, with some calling it 'embarrassing' while others called her 'beauty without brain.' One user on X wrote, "Athiya Shetty Is Beauty Without Brains She posted a story with photo of Late Lata Mangeshkar instead of Late Asha Bhosle. Nepo kids just want to be relevant somehow, without hardwork or struggle and that's why their movies flop and they make such blunders." Meanwhile, another added, "Athiya Shetty gone mad She uploaded a picture of Lata Mangeshkar instead of Asha Bhosle." A third user went on to say, "It’s really sad to see how careless people can be on serious matters. Athiya Shetty shared a photo of Lata Mangeshkar ji while mourning Asha Bhosle ji is not just a small mistake; it shows a lack of attention. The least one can do is check before posting, especially in such moments. Just post a simple condolence message if your basic knowledge is zero."

12 April,2026 08:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Saba Pataudi shares memories with Saif Ali Khan, Sharmila Tagore, Kareena Kapoor

To celebrate her siblings, Saba Pataudi shared a gamut of pictures featuring her big-fat family that includes names such as Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Soha Ali Khan, Sharmila Tagore, and Ibrahim Ali Khan, Sara Ali Khan, to name a few.  Saba took to Instagram, where she shared a string of images from celebrations such as birthdays, festivals, screenings, work, and exhibitions.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Saba Pataudi (@sabapataudi) Saba, who is the eldest of the siblings, wrote in the caption section: Happy Siblings Day… Every day...is Siblings day! Whether together or apart.... Celebrations...birthday , screenings, work, exhibitions. The list goes on! Supporting each other .. Or separated by agendas , The good or bad ....related by blood! And some after marriag, Mixed with friendship, Every now n again.... Sister n Brother, for life! #happysiblingday Love luck n duas ....headed your way! The last pic...just a moment of girl gang delight!” Siblings Day honours the relationship of siblings of all ages. On April 6, Saba gave fans a sneak peek into the lavish living room of her brother Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's stunning house, which had traditional carpets and lamps. The room was filled with numerous pictures of the star couple’s sons Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan. Sharing a carousel post of the Easter celebrations at Kareena and Saif’s house, Saba wrote, “Happy Easter. Thank you Bebo for inviting me to share this experience with you all. u! Family moments are precious. Matters. Summer vibes. Easter lunch Sunday ! #memories #alwaysandforever” Sharmila married Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, former captain of the Indian cricket team, in December 1968. Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi died at age 70 in 2011. From 1991 to 2004, Saif was married to actress Amrita Singh. They have two children, daughter Sara and son Ibrahim. He got married to Kareena Kapoor in 2012. Soha married actor Kunal Kemmu in 2015, and has a daughter Inaaya Naumi Khemmu. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 April,2026 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Raj Kiran. Picture Courtesy/Somy Ali's Instagram account

Somy Ali asks about Arth actor Raj Kiran's whereabouts in an emotional post

Actress Somy Ali has been actively looking for the popular actor from the 80s, Raj Kiran, for almost 2 decades now.  As part of her quest to learn about the whereabouts of the 'Karz' actor, Somy penned a heartfelt post for Kiran on her official Instagram handle on Sunday. Recalling their shooting days together, she admitted that his movie "Arth" happens to be her all-time favourite. Reminiscing about the memories of their last movie together, "Agnichakra", Somy wrote on the photo-sharing app, "Raj Kiran ji…Where are you? As your film Arth is one of my all-time favorites, I’ve been carrying memories of our Bollywood days — especially our last film together, Agnichakra — like quiet treasures. The warmth, the laughter… my heart keeps pulling me back. (sic)"           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Somy Ali (@realsomyali) Somy revealed that she has even visited Kiran's last known location, Atlanta, many times. "I heard your last known whereabouts were in Atlanta, a city I’ve visited many times. If anyone knows how to reach him, please tag him or message me. Some connections deserve to be found again," she went on to add. Somy signed off, saying, "With love and hope, Somy Ali." For those who do not know, Raj made a name for himself as a romantic hero with movies such as "Karz", "Teri Meherbaniyan", "Ghar Ho To Aisa", and "Bulundi". However, he soon got typecast as a side hero. After facing a decline in his career, Raj reportedly went into depression and even went on to face some domestic crises.  He was reportedly admitted to Byculla Mental Asylum in Mumbai. Later on, Raj allegedly abandoned everything and moved to New York, and while he was there, he suddenly went missing. Raj's whereabouts are currently unknown. When Somy learned about Raj's disappearance, she promised late Rishi Kapoor that she would find his close friend. Unfortunately, she has not been able to fulfill her promise till now despite her best efforts. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 April,2026 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Kajol reacts as The Academy picks DDLJ as one of the favourite romance films

Even after more than 3 decades of release, "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" remains the favourite of many movie buffs, including Bollywood actress Kajol. On Friday, The Academy dropped a post on X (Earlier known as Twitter), sharing its top picks for iconic romantic films centred around travel. Along with "DDLJ", the list further included some noteworthy classics such as "You", "Me & Tuscany", "The Holiday", and "Eat Pray Love". They even asked the netizens to choose their favourite romance film involving travel. “What’s your favourite romance film that involves travel? Featured films: YOU, ME & TUSCANY, THE HOLIDAY, DILWALE DULHANIA LE JAYENGE, EAT PRAY LOVE (sic),” read the post. What’s your favorite romance film that involves travel?Featured films: YOU, ME & TUSCANY, THE HOLIDAY, DILWALE DULHANIA LE JAYENGE, EAT PRAY LOVE pic.twitter.com/3IGWMF7Ooj — The Academy (@TheAcademy) April 10, 2026 No points for guessing that Kajol's vote went to "DDLJ". Reacting to the post, she wrote, “I vote for DDLJ (sic).” It must be noted that The Academy is the body that governs the Oscars and often gives shoutouts to international films on social media. Last year, marking the 30 years of the iconic drama, Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan unveiled a new bronze statue of their characters from the movie in London's Leicester Square. Speaking on the occasion, Kajol shared that as they were shooting the film, they never imagined it would become a global phenomenon for Indians and South Asians. Kajol added that "DDLJ" has become a kind of touchstone for all the Indians living abroad. “It's been 30 years, and we are happy to say it's the longest running film not only in India but in the world, and it's actually gone into the Guinness Book of World Records, so super kicked to be a part of it. I don't think we planned for DDLJ to become a global phenomenon for Indians and South Asians. I think somewhere down the line that DDLJ has become kind of a touchstone for Indians living abroad,” she shared. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 April,2026 05:50 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Karan Johar and Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle death: Karan Johar postpones Chand Mera Dil song launch

Asha Bhosle's sudden demise has set the country mourning. Meanwhile, Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, which was all set to launch the title track of its upcoming film Chand Mera Dil, has postponed the release of the song in the wake of the legendary singer's passing. Chand Mera Dil song launch postponed The title track, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani, was initially scheduled to release on April 13. However, it will now arrive a day later. The production house confirmed the decision to postpone the song launch through an official statement on social media. On Sunday, the makers revealed that as a tribute to the late singer, they have made the decision. The statement read, “In honour of a legacy that has shaped generations, and with deep respect for the passing of the legendary Asha Bhosle, we are pushing the release of the Chand Mera Dil title track by a day."           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Dharma Productions (@dharmamovies) The statement further added, “This decision has been made as a mark of heartfelt respect and remembrance for Asha Bhosle, whose lasting impact on music continues to inspire generations." The makers also announced that the song will now be released a day later, on April 14. Karan Johar pays tribute to Asha Bhosle Meanwhile, filmmaker Karan Johar also paid tribute to Asha Bhosle earlier on Sunday after learning about her demise with an emotional note on social media. He wrote, “To say we have lost a legend today would be an understatement. Asha ji was unlike any other, a voice that defined not only one generation but across a span of cinematic universe! I was and have been a massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality…Asha ji, your music will live on forever, and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind forever! Rest in peace and power." Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai at the age of 92. The doctors at Breach Candy Hospital stated that the singer passed away due to multiple-organ failure. Her death has led to widespread tributes from across the film and music fraternity, with many remembering her as one of the most influential voices in Indian music history.

12 April,2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Asha Bhosle death: Legendary singer's last wish goes viral

The entire country, along with the Indian film and music industry, is mourning the loss of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who died at the age of 92 on April 12 in Mumbai. The legendary singer breathed her last on Sunday at the Breach Candy Hospital due to multiple-organ failure. After her death, her last wish, which she expressed a few years ago, is now going viral on the internet. Asha Bhosle death Asha Bhosle was hospitalised on Saturday, April 11, after her health deteriorated. According to early reports, she complained of respiratory issues. Her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle later clarified that the veteran singer had been hospitalised for exhaustion and a chest infection. The singer was declared dead, due to multiple organ failure, family sources said. Despite being 92, Asha Bhosle was active in music while she continued working on new projects. Her demise has deeply shaken the entertainment industry, as well as the fans. Meanwhile, fans and celebrities are paying tribute to one of India’s most beloved voices. Her last rites will be held tomorrow, Monday, April 13, and are expected to be attended by several prominent personalities from the film industry, politics and other fields. Asha Bhosle's last wish About a year before her passing, the legendary singer had opened up about her final wish. During an appearance on the podcast Couple of Things, hosted by actor Amrita Rao and RJ Anmol, she expressed her wish to spend her final moments doing what she loved the most, singing. The singer said, “Meri khud ki iccha aisi hai ki gaate gaate hi main chali jau. Yehi meri iccha hai. Abhi mujhe seekhne ka kuch nahi hai. Gaana meri life hai. Bachpan se gaya hai. 3 saal se classical, Baba ka sikhaya. Puri life usmein chali gayi hai (My only wish is to die singing. That’s my last wish. I don’t have anything left to learn. Singing is my life. I have been doing that since the age of 3 with my father. I spent my entire life doing that)." "Film line mein 82 years ho gaye hai. Abhi jake yeh iccha hai ki gaate gaate mera dum nikle. Mujhe sabse zyada khushi hogi ki main gaate gaati jau (It’s been 82 years in the film industry. Now, all I want is to die singing. I will be the happiest if I keep singing through my last days)," she added.

12 April,2026 03:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Asha Bhosle

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, the recipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Padma Vibhushan, has passed away aged 92. She died Sunday afternoon due to multiple organ failure, family sources said. Bhosle had been admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy hospital owing to chest infection and extreme exhaustion. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm on Monday. Bhosle was one of the long-standing voices of Indian cinema as well as independent music in the country. The younger sibling of India’s nightingale Lata Mangeshkar built a career over seven decades rendering approximately 13,000 songs. The long list of her timeless tracks includes Piya Tu Ab Toh Aaja, Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar, Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko, Hare Rama Hare Krishna, Rang De, and Radha Kaise Na Jale. One of her last Bollywood songs was for Taapsee Pannu-Bhumi Pednekar starrer Saand Ki Aankh (2019) She recorded the song Aasmaa for composer Vishal Mishra. Bhosle is survived by three children from her first marriage: Hemant Bhosle, Varsha Bhosle (deceased), and Anand Bhosle.

12 April,2026 02:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma
Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh at Anant Ambani birthday

Watch: Shah Rukh Khan grooves to 'Babam Bam' at Anant Ambani’s birthday

Business tycoon Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, celebrated his 31st birthday on April 10. While he made significant donations to mark the day, a star-studded soirée was hosted in Jamnagar. To celebrate the occasion, the Ambani family hosted a bhajan sandhya (devotional night), where several celebrities were seen dancing to popular religious hymns. Now, a video of Shah Rukh Khan grooving to Kailash Kher’s “Babam Bam” has fans excited. Shah Rukh Khan grooves to “Babam Bam” at Anant Ambani’s birthday A video from inside the celebrations has gone viral, offering a glimpse into the spiritual evening. In the clip shared by Kailash Kher on Instagram, he is seen performing his popular devotional track “Babam Bam,” with guests visibly immersed in the moment. Ranveer Singh, Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Isha Ambani, Nita Ambani, Veer Pahariya, Anant Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, among others, were seen dancing to Kher’s live performance. While Shah Rukh Khan wore a black outfit, Gauri Khan opted for a simple grey suit. The clip also captured Ranveer unleashing his energetic side. Sharing the video, Kailash wrote, “Har Har Mahadev.”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Kailash Kher (@kailashkher) Talking about other celebs, Janhvi Kapoor and Ranveer Singh participated in garba performances. Apart from them, Ananya Panday, Salman Khan, Radhika Merchant, Isha Ambani, and Veer Pahariya, among many others, were part of the celebrations. Meanwhile, on April 9, Shah Rukh Khan took to Instagram Stories to wish Anant Ambani on his special day. His heartfelt post read, “Here’s wishing Anant Ambani a very happy birthday… May you continue to do all the good you do and uphold all that is positive and right. Keep up the good work and keep bringing smiles to people through your work. God bless you with the best of health and happiness always.” More about Shah Rukh Khan Talking about SRK’s lineup, he will soon be seen in a fierce new avatar on the big screen with filmmaker Siddharth Anand’s King. In January, the makers shared the release date of his next project with a social media post, confirming that King will “roar” in cinema halls on December 24. Shah Rukh Khan is set to rule the screen once again with this rugged avatar, seen in a torn white shirt with his face splashed with blood. The film also stars Suhana Khan, Abhay Varma, Abhishek Bachchan, Saurabh Shukla, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Anil Kapoor, and many others.

12 April,2026 12:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Picture Courtesy/Ravi Dubey's Instagram account

Ramayana: Ravie Dubey feels overwhelmed as his glimpse features at Times Square

Actor Ravie Dubey found himself overwhelmed with emotions after a fan-driven tribute placed him on the iconic Times Square. Reacting to the gesture, the actor expressed gratitude after his glimpse as Lakshman from Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' was featured on Times Square. "Wow... did you guys just put me on Times Square?! After all these years, I realize how blessed I am to have fans who have become family. I just saw this, and I'm honestly overwhelmed. Thank you for this love...it means everything. Jai Shri Ram," he wrote.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Ravie Dubey (@ravidubey2312) Speaking to ANI, Ravie opened up about portraying Lakshman and shared, "I am excited, with surrender if I can articulate it correctly. Every time I think about the film, every time I think about Ramayana, that's the one feeling I have in my heart: surrender." Earlier this month, a special teaser of the much-awaited 'Ramayana' was released, treating fans to Ranbir Kapoor as Maryada Purushottam Rama. The teaser for 'Ramayana: The Introduction' gives fans a first look at Ranbir in his role. Ravi Dubey and Sai Pallavi appear only briefly in a few shots, along with glimpses of Ravana's kingdom. The video, titled Rama, mainly focuses on the journey and adventures of Lord Rama. The visuals stand out for their grand scale and impressive appeal.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Namit Malhotra (@iamnamitmalhotra) The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra. It is planned as a two-part series and is one of the biggest projects in Indian cinema. Inspired by the ancient epic Ramayana, the film revolves around the story of Rama, who is believed to be an avatar of Lord Vishnu. It follows his journey as a prince of Ayodhya, his exile, and his battle with Ravana. Besides Ranbir, the film stars Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The music for the film is composed by Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman. The first part of 'Ramayana' is set to release in theatres during Diwali 2026, while the second part is expected to release in Diwali 2027. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 April,2026 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
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