Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Arun Govil on Playing King Dasharath in Ramayana
Arun Govil, who played Lord Ram in the old TV show Ramayan, is now playing King Dasharath in a new movie called Ramayana.
He talked about how he felt when he first got the role of Ram and how it feels to play his father now.
He said that the word 'Ram' is very important in Indian life and is used in many situations.
He also talked about how the movie is made with a lot of care and how the director, Nitesh Tiwari, keeps everything calm and focused.
The movie is a big deal and will be released in two parts, with the first part coming out on Diwali 2026.
Arun Govil is playing King Dasharath in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana, after previously playing Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan.
Govil recalled being initially rejected for the role of Lord Ram but later being chosen, believing it was destiny.
He praised the calm and focused atmosphere on the set, crediting director Nitesh Tiwari for maintaining a steady environment.
The film is a two-part epic with Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita, set for a Diwali 2026 release.
Govil expressed confidence in the film's narrative and visual effects, stating that it flows naturally and stays true to the epic's values.
- Who
- Arun Govil, a veteran actor known for playing Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, is now playing King Dasharath in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.
- What
- Arun Govil shared his experiences and reflections on playing King Dasharath in the upcoming film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari.
- When
- The information was shared during the grand Ramayana launch event on July 18, 2026.
- Where
- The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
- Why
- Govil was invited to discuss his role and the significance of the epic Ramayana in Indian culture.
- Actor
- Arun Govil
- Character
- King Dasharath
- Director
- Nitesh Tiwari
- Producer
- Namit Malhotra
- Release Date
- Diwali 2026
- Event Location
- Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
- Lead Actors
- Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi
- Govil's Previous Role
- Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan