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Rakul Preet Singh says Ramayana film gives Surpanakha a more layered portrayal
Rakul Preet Singh plays Surpanakha in the new film adaptation of the Ramayana.
She says the role appealed to her because Surpanakha is a misunderstood and layered character.
In the epic, Surpanakha’s encounter with Rama and Sita leads to events that set the conflict with Ravana in motion.
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita, while Yash plays Ravana.
Singh describes the film as India’s representation to the world, bringing a familiar and sacred story to an international audience.
The adaptation is planned as a two-part film franchise.
Its first instalment is scheduled to open in theatres on November 5, 2026, and the second is expected around Diwali 2027.
Rakul Preet Singh says Surpanakha is a misunderstood, layered character in the film Ramayana.
Singh said the character’s complexity made her excited to take the role.
She said Surpanakha was the reason the war takes place.
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana.
The first instalment is scheduled to release in theatres on November 5, 2026.
- Who
- Rakul Preet Singh, who plays Surpanakha in Ramayana.
- What
- Singh said the film gives Surpanakha a more layered portrayal.
- When
- The comments were reported on October 30, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated
- Why
- Singh said Surpanakha is misunderstood and complex, making the role interesting to play.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The trailer drew attention to the actors’ looks and the scale of the film.
Singh spoke about her excitement at playing Surpanakha and described the character as misunderstood and layered.
The first instalment of Ramayana is scheduled to release in theatres.
- Role
- Rakul Preet Singh plays Surpanakha.
- Film
- Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana.
- First instalment release
- November 5, 2026
- Second part
- Expected around Diwali 2027
What people are saying
Surpanakha is a very misunderstood and layered character.
She was the reason why the war takes place in the first place.
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VIDEO | "It's India's representation to the world," says actor Rakul Preet Singh on playing Shurpanakha in 'Ramayana' (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/d8jp61yd2p)