Actor Surabhi Das, who portrays Shrutakirti in the upcoming film Ramayana, has addressed the ongoing online discussion surrounding the costumes featured in the film’s promotional trailer.
Following the trailer’s release, some social media users questioned the styling of characters including Sai Pallavi’s Sita and Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi, with some expressing opinions about whether the costumes reflected their expectations for a cinematic adaptation of the ancient epic.
Responding to the discussion, Surabhi encouraged audiences to experience the complete film before reaching conclusions about its artistic choices.
“People Will Always Have Different Opinions”
Speaking about the reactions, Surabhi said that creative projects of this scale naturally invite diverse viewpoints.
She noted that audiences often express differing opinions regardless of the direction filmmakers choose, suggesting that costume decisions would likely have attracted debate under any circumstances.
According to Surabhi, no large-scale adaptation can satisfy every viewer’s expectations, especially when interpreting a revered literary and cultural work.
She emphasized that viewers would be better able to understand the filmmakers’ vision after watching the full film in theatres rather than judging it solely from promotional material.
Scale of the Film Is Expected to Be the Main Attraction
Surabhi also expressed confidence that the overall scale and storytelling of Ramayana would become the focus once audiences experience the complete production.
She suggested that discussions currently centered on costume details may become less significant when viewed within the broader context of the film’s visual presentation and narrative.
Her comments reflect a wider conversation surrounding adaptations of well-known epics, where filmmakers often balance artistic interpretation with audience expectations.
Costume Designers Also Call for Patience
The discussion surrounding the film’s costumes has also prompted responses from Rimple and Harpreet Narula, the designers behind Ramayana’s wardrobe.
The designers have encouraged audiences to wait until the film is released before evaluating its visual approach, explaining that individual promotional scenes may not fully represent the overall creative direction.
About Ramayana
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is among the most anticipated Indian films currently in production.
The first installment is expected to release during the Diwali festive season and follows Rama’s journey from the prince of Ayodhya through his marriage to Sita and his years in exile.
The sequel is expected to focus on the conflict between Rama and Ravana, portrayed by Yash.
The principal cast includes:
- Ranbir Kapoor as Rama
- Sai Pallavi as Sita
- Yash as Ravana
- Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman
- Ravie Dubey as Lakshman
- Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi
- Surabhi Das as Shrutakirti
Anticipation Continues to Build
With its star-studded cast, large-scale production and ambitious adaptation of one of India’s most celebrated epics, Ramayana continues to generate widespread public interest.
As discussions surrounding the film continue ahead of its theatrical release, both the cast and creative team have encouraged audiences to evaluate the project after viewing the complete cinematic experience.
