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'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' Art Director Reveals Costs of Key Sets
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What Happened?
Art director Ramesh disclosed that Ravana's gold-leaf throne cost Rs 1 crore and took four months to create, while Surpanakha's chariot cost Rs 1.5 crore. The film, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, released on November 5, 2026.
Key points
- The film 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' was released on November 5, 2026.
- Ramesh joined the project after being interviewed by production designer Ramsey Avery.
- Over 150 sets were handcrafted for the film, with each going through multiple design versions.
- Ravana's throne took four months to create and cost Rs 1 crore.
- Surpanakha's chariot was built in three months at a cost of Rs 1.5 crore.
- A 24-foot model of Jatayu was constructed to assist actors.
- The Pushpak Vimana was built in four parts over 40 to 50 days.
Key insights
- The high costs of set design may influence future film budgets in the industry.
- The detailed craftsmanship reflects a growing trend in Indian cinema towards high-quality production.
- The involvement of notable actors like Ranbir Kapoor could attract a larger audience.
Why it matters
The film's elaborate production design highlights the significant investment in Indian cinema.
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Ramayana: Rise of a Legend· EventRamesh· PersonRanbir Kapoor· PersonSurpanakha· PersonNitesh Tiwari· PersonMumbai· CityPratik Gandhi· PersonRamsey Avery· Person
Source
Times of India
