Even before its theatrical release, Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious mythological epic Ramayana has found itself at the center of a fresh controversy. The Shri Ramlila Mahasangh has formally requested the filmmakers to hold a special preview screening for its representatives, expressing concerns that certain scenes or dialogues could allegedly misrepresent the revered epic and hurt religious sentiments.
According to reports, Shri Ramlila Mahasangh President Arjun Kumar has written to the makers seeking an advance screening before the film's worldwide release. The organization says it wants to ensure that the adaptation remains faithful to the Ramayana and avoids the kind of backlash that surrounded Adipurush in 2023. The Mahasangh has also warned that if its request is ignored, it, along with other Hindu organizations, could stage protests outside theatres in Delhi and other parts of the country.
The Mahasangh reportedly cited concerns based on information it claims to have received about certain portions of the film. It has requested the makers to remove any scenes or dialogues that could offend religious sentiments before the film reaches audiences worldwide.
The controversy comes just days after Ramayana's grand trailer generated massive buzz online. Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana, the film has been praised for its scale and visual grandeur while also drawing discussions over some creative choices.
With Ramayana positioned as one of Indian cinema's biggest upcoming releases, all eyes are now on the filmmakers' response to the Mahasangh's demand. Whether the makers agree to the special screening or choose to proceed with their original plans could determine how the controversy unfolds in the coming weeks
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