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Sunil Lahri Reveals Painful 'Ramayan' Secret: Blisters from Scorching Sand

Actor Sunil Lahri recently shared a behind-the-scenes challenge from filming the classic TV series 'Ramayan'. He described shooting the famous kevat scene where he had to walk barefoot on sand in 50-degree Celsius heat. Despite the crew's requests, director Ramanand Sagar insisted on authenticity, leading to painful blisters and bruises. Lahri credits the overwhelming love from audiences for helping the cast push through such difficult filming conditions.

Key Points: Sunil Lahri Recalls Blisters Filming Ramayan's Kevat Scene

  • Sunil Lahri filmed the iconic kevat scene in extreme 50-degree Celsius heat
  • Director Ramanand Sagar insisted actors walk barefoot on burning sand
  • The crew requested footwear but was refused for authenticity
  • Lahri says audience love made them forget the physical pain and bruises
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Sunil Lahri recollects getting blisters after a challenging 'Ramayan' scene

Lakshman actor Sunil Lahri shares the painful challenge of walking barefoot on 50°C sand for a classic Ramayan sequence, despite crew requests.

"We walked barefoot in the scorching sand. We got bruises on our feet... It was very painful and difficult. - Sunil Lahri"

Mumbai, Dec 15

Actor Sunil Lahri, who essayed the role of Lakshman in the epic show 'Ramayan', has recollected one of the most challenging sequences from the show.

On Monday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a video of himself talking to the camera, as he shared the details of the kevat scene from the show.

In the video, he said, "Jai Ram Ji ki, you all must be familiar with this sequence from 'Ramayana'. Shooting this sequence was not that easy. It was very difficult. We shot this sequence in the temperature of 50 degree celsius. In this sequence, when we got down from the boat. Ramanand Sagar wanted us to walk barefoot in the scorching sun and in the sand. Think about it, to walk barefoot on the sand, in the scorching sun".

He further mentioned, "We requested him, 'Please, can we use footwear?'. He refused. Maybe it was Ram Ji's wish. We walked barefoot in the scorching sand. We got bruises on our feet. We couldn't even wear our shoes properly. It was very painful and difficult. But your love, respect and love made us forget all the difficulties. Keep this love and respect. Thank you very much. Jai Shree Ram".

'Ramayan' is one of Indian television's most defining cultural moments. The series aired on Doordarshan, and transformed Sunday mornings into a nationwide ritual, with streets emptying as families gathered around their TV sets. The show is based on Valmiki's epic, and presents the story of Lord Ram with devotion, moral clarity, and simplicity, making it accessible across ages and regions. Arun Govil's calm, dignified portrayal of Ram and Deepika Chikhalia's serene Sita became iconic, blurring the line between actor and deity in public imagination.

The restrained production, traditional dialogues, and reverent pacing reinforced the epic's spiritual gravity rather than spectacle. Beyond entertainment, Ramayan shaped collective memory, religious consciousness, and television history in India.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Jai Shree Ram! Watching Ramayan every Sunday morning is one of my core childhood memories. The authenticity came from such sacrifices. We didn't have AC on sets back then, just pure devotion.
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Michael C
As someone who watched this show while living in Delhi in the 90s, it's fascinating to hear the behind-the-scenes stories. The cultural impact was massive. The simplicity is what made it so powerful.
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Aditya G
While I respect the dedication, I do wonder if such extreme physical demands were entirely necessary. Couldn't the same devotion be shown with some basic safety measures? The end result was beautiful, but safety matters too.
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Shreya B
Ramanand Sagar ji was a visionary. He knew that real suffering would translate into real emotion on screen. That's why we could feel the pain and dedication of Lord Ram and Lakshman. Pure gold! ✨
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Karthik V
Sunil Lahri will always be our Lakshman. These stories make me appreciate the show even more. It wasn't just acting; it was a spiritual experience for them and for us viewers. Jai Siya Ram!

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