Mumbai, May 29
Star Yash has teamed up with 'Mad Max' stunt maestro Guy Norris for the action sequences in the upcoming epic 'Ramayana'.
Actor-producer Yash has begun principal photography on "Ramayana." The project has brought in Guy Norris, the stunt director behind "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," "Mad Max: Fury Road" and "The Suicide Squad," to choreograph elaborate action sequences tailored specifically for the massive scale of this mythological adaptation, reports variety.com.
Norris is currently in India working closely with Yash to craft set pieces that could redefine Indian cinema's approach to large-scale spectacle. The epic narrative follows Prince Rama's 14-year exile, during which the demon king Ravana abducts his wife Sita, leading to a climactic battle.
The two-part film is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari, whose "Dangal" is the highest Indian grosser of all time.
Yash's Monster Mind Creations and producer Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios have partnered on the adaptation of the Indian epic, reports variety.com.
The actor is best known for the "K.G.F." action film franchise, the second part of which is also the fifth-highest grossing Indian film of all time. Malhotra is the global CEO of visual effects company DNEG, which has worked on seven VFX Oscar winners in recent years, including "Dune: Part One" and "Tenet."
The first images from the production reveal Yash, who leads the ensemble cast alongside Ranbir Kapoor, in peak physical condition, preparing to embody Ravana. Yash is committed to a substantial 60-70 day shooting schedule for "Ramayana Part 1," reports variety.com.
The epic has been adapted numerous times for screen, notably in Ramanand Sagar's iconic 1987 television series "Ramayan," the 1993 anime "Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama," and more recently in 2023's "Adipurush" starring Prabhas.
"Ramayana Part 1" is slated for release during the 2026 Diwali holiday frame, with the second installment following on Diwali 2027.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Wow! Bringing the Mad Max stunt director for Ramayana is next level thinking 🤯. After KGF, Yash is clearly aiming to create something extraordinary. Hope they maintain the cultural essence while delivering Hollywood-level action. Jai Shri Ram! ðŸ™
Excited but also nervous after Adipurush's VFX disaster. Hope this team does justice to our sacred epic. At least with DNEG's involvement, the visual effects should be top-notch. Fingers crossed!
Smart move getting international expertise, but I hope they don't westernize Ramayana too much. Our mythology has its own unique action style - remember the iconic bow-and-arrow sequences from Ramanand Sagar's version?
Yash as Ravana? Interesting casting choice! He has that intense screen presence that could make Ravana truly menacing. Hope they show the character's complexity too - not just a one-dimensional villain.
Diwali 2026 release is perfect timing! This could become a new festive tradition for families. But please don't rush the VFX - we've seen what happens when Indian films compromise on post-production.
After KGF's success, Yash definitely understands mass appeal. Combining that with Nitesh Tiwari's storytelling and international stunt expertise? This could be THE definitive Ramayana adaptation we've been waiting for! 🔥
I appreciate the ambition, but hope they don't focus only on action. Ram
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