Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Ramayana Trailer Sparks Costume Debate
A new movie called Ramayana was shown in a short preview.
Some people liked it, but many were upset about how the characters looked.
They said the dresses and jewelry were too modern and not like the old stories.
The makers used famous designers for the clothes.
The film will come out in theaters during the Diwali holiday.
Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana trailer released, sparking mixed reactions over costume design.
Critics targeted Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi look and Sai Pallavi’s Sita attire for modern styling and jewelry choices.
The film’s costumes were designed by Rimple and Harpreet Narula, with jewelry by Tribe Amrapali.
The trailer’s visual style contrasts with Ramanand Sagar’s 1980s Ramayan, praised for authentic costumes by Maganlal Dresswala.
Ramayana is slated for a Diwali theatrical release, with a budget of ₹4,000 crore.
- Who
- Nitesh Tiwari, cast including Lara Dutta and Sai Pallavi
- What
- Release of Ramayana trailer and ensuing costume controversy
- When
- July 2026
- Where
- India, theatrical release planned for Diwali
- Why
- To present a mythological epic to modern audiences, but costumes sparked debate over authenticity
- Title
- Ramayana
- Director
- Nitesh Tiwari
- Release Date
- Diwali 2026
- Budget
- ₹4,000 crore
- Costume Designers
- Rimple and Harpreet Narula
- Jewelry
- Tribe Amrapali