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Sanjay Gupta Critiques 'Ramayana' VFX, Says Technicians Win Oscars, Not Companies

Director Sanjay Gupta commented on X about the first look of Lord Ram from the upcoming 'Ramayana', stating that Oscars are won by VFX technicians, not the companies. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and reportedly Yash as Ravana. It is a large-scale project with music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer and visual effects by the Oscar-winning studio DNEG. Gupta also recently reflected on a power outage in Mumbai, highlighting the city's reliable electricity supply compared to smaller towns.

Key Points: Sanjay Gupta on Ramayana VFX: Technicians Win Oscars

  • Critique of VFX credit
  • DNEG handles Ramayana effects
  • Star-studded cast revealed
  • High-budget multi-part epic
  • International music collaboration
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Sanjay Gupta on Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Ramayana': VFX companies don't win Oscars, technicians do

Director Sanjay Gupta comments on Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' first look, emphasizing VFX technicians over companies. Film stars Sai Pallavi, Yash.

"VfX companies don't win oscars. The technicians do - Sanjay Gupta"

Mumbai, April 3

Director Sanjay Gupta is not really happy with the first look of Lord Ram from the upcoming Indian epic 'Ramayana'.

On Thursday, the director took to his X, formerly Twitter, and wrote, "Obvious observation. VfX companies don't win oscars. The technicians do (sic)".

The director referred to the VFX giant DNEG, which boasts of an Oscar for Best Visual Effects for '.Dune: Part Two' at the 97th Academy Awards.

DNEG is looking after the VFX of 'Ramayana', and has done a good job so far considering the assets from the film.

'Ramayana' is directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, with Sai Pallavi cast as Sita and Yash reported to play Ravana. Sunny Deol is associated with the role of Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey has been linked to Lakshman. The project is mounted on a large scale and is planned as a multi-part cinematic adaptation of the epic.

The music is being composed by A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, marking a cross-industry collaboration. The film's visual effects are being handled by international VFX studios, including DNEG, known for work on major Hollywood productions. Production involves extensive use of green screen, motion capture, and large-scale set design to recreate mythological settings.

The film is backed by major production houses and is positioned as a high-budget project aimed at both domestic and global audiences, with emphasis on technical scale, casting, and visual presentation.

Earlier in January, Sanjay Gupta reflected on how electricity and power are integral parts of modern life. The director shared how just one hour of power outage almost brought the financial capital of the country to a standstill. He said that residents of Mumbai are truly blessed to get unlimited power supply unlike small towns and cities of India.

He wrote, "One hour power cut ne aukaad bata di. Imagine where this happens normally in major cities. Small towns ki toh baat hi chhod do. We Mumbaikars are truly blessed".

In January, a power outage disrupted electricity supply in the Andheri West area of Mumbai. The blackout affected homes, shops, and businesses, causing inconvenience to residents and traders.

- IANS

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Arjun K
The first look was stunning! DNEG is a great choice. But honestly, more than Oscars, I care if the film does justice to our Ramayana. The cast looks promising, and with Rahman's music, it should be an experience. 🤞
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Rohit P
Why is he bringing up Mumbai's power supply in an article about Ramayana's VFX? Stick to the topic, sir. Feels like he's just trying to stay in the news.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in animation, I appreciate this. The industry often overlooks the individual contributors. Hope this film becomes a benchmark for technical excellence made in India.
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Vikram M
The scale of this project is unreal! Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman together? DNEG on VFX? This is our Mahabharata moment for global cinema. Just hope the soul of the story isn't lost in all the technical dazzle.
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Nisha Z
True, technicians are the backbone. But let's also not forget the pressure on them with such a culturally significant project. Jai Shree Ram! Hoping for a faithful and magnificent adaptation. 🪔

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