Director Sanjay Gupta recently expressed dissatisfaction with the initial portrayal of Lord Ram in the upcoming Indian epic ‘Ramayana’. Taking to social media, Gupta highlighted that VFX companies do not win Oscars, emphasizing the role of technicians in achieving such accolades. The VFX for ‘Ramayana’ is being handled by DNEG, known for its award-winning work on ‘Dune: Part Two’ at the 97th Academy Awards.
The film ‘Ramayana’, helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash rumored to portray Ravana. Additionally, Sunny Deol is linked to the character of Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey is reportedly associated with Lakshman. The project, envisioned as a multi-part cinematic adaptation of the epic, involves extensive use of visual effects and cutting-edge technology.
Renowned composers A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer are collaborating on the music for ‘Ramayana’, showcasing a blend of talents across industries. The movie’s visual effects are being managed by international studios like DNEG, leveraging advanced techniques such as green screen and motion capture to bring mythological realms to life. Backed by major production houses, the film aims to captivate both local and global audiences through its grand scale and technical finesse.
Sanjay Gupta had earlier reflected on the significance of electricity in modern life, citing a power outage incident in Mumbai that underscored the city’s reliance on uninterrupted power supply. He emphasized the privilege enjoyed by Mumbaikars in contrast to challenges faced by smaller towns and cities in India due to power shortages.
