‘Ramayana’ producer Namit Malhotra reveals why Yash was the only choice to play Ravana: ‘This journey would not be complete without him’
- Posted on September 26, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Namit Malhotra, producer of the highly anticipated 'Ramayana' film helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, has explained the strategic reasoning behind casting Kannada superstar Yash as the antagonist Ravana. The filmmaker emphasizes that Yash's exceptional talent and screen presence were instrumental in bringing the complex demon king character to life, making him an irreplaceable choice for this ambitious mythological adaptation.
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‘Ramayana’ producer Namit Malhotra reveals why Yash was the only choice to play Ravana: ‘This journey would not be complete without him’
The much-awaited ‘Ramayana’, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has been generating buzz ever since its cast was announced. One casting choice that has drawn particular attention is Yash stepping into the role of Ravana.
