Actor Sunil Lahri, famous for his role as Lakshman in Ramayan, extended birthday wishes to Dipika Chikhlia, who portrayed Sita in the show. The bond between them dates back to their collaboration on Vikram Aur Betaal before Ramayan. Lahri affectionately addressed Chikhlia as his “bhabhi” in a heartfelt social media post, praying for her happiness and long life.
Sunil Lahri expressed his warm regards for Dipika Chikhlia on her birthday, emphasizing their enduring friendship that originated during their work on Vikram Aur Betaal. In a video message, he conveyed his wishes for her well-being and longevity, highlighting their longstanding relationship since their earlier projects together. The duo, known for their roles as Lakshman and Sita in Ramayan, garnered immense popularity and acclaim post the show’s broadcast in the late 80s.
Sunil Lahri, who played Lakshman, and Dipika Chikhlia, who portrayed Sita in Ramayan, became household names due to the show’s massive success. The iconic television series, which aired in 1987, featured Arun Govil as Lord Ram, Arvind Trivedi as Ravan, and Dara Singh as Hanuman. Ramayan, a timeless classic, captivated audiences and garnered a huge fan following during its initial broadcast on Doordarshan.
