Our Bureau
Mumbai
The upcoming Ramayana project has drawn attention with two major developments: a new rendition of the devotional song “Jai Jai Ram,” featuring singers Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, and the release of its first poster, showcasing Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi as Ram and Sita.
The musical release reimagines the age-old Rama bhajan for contemporary audiences. The involvement of Singh and Ghoshal adds considerable interest to the song, bringing together two of India’s prominent playback voices for a devotional composition. The rendition is expected to introduce the familiar prayer to listeners through a modern musical presentation while retaining its spiritual association with Lord Ram.
The film’s first poster offers an early glimpse of its central casting. Kapoor appears as Ram, while Pallavi takes on the role of Sita. Their portrayal marks an important step in the project’s public unveiling and has generated curiosity around how the epic’s central characters will be presented on screen.
The two announcements underline the project’s effort to connect the enduring cultural appeal of the Ramayana with contemporary cinema and music. While the song draws on a familiar devotional tradition, the poster introduces audiences to the actors chosen to portray its most recognisable figures.
The developments have also heightened anticipation for further details about the film, including its broader cast, visual treatment and release plans. For now, the musical rendition and the first character reveal offer audiences two distinct entry points into the much-anticipated project.