Lara Dutta Addresses Rumours of Playing Kaikeyi in Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana

Lara Dutta responds to speculation surrounding her portrayal of Kaikeyi in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana.

Amidst circulating rumours, Lara Dutta has shared her thoughts on the speculation surrounding her potential role as Kaikeyi in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming adaptation of Ramayana. While the actress acknowledged the widespread rumours, she refrained from explicitly confirming or denying her involvement.

Recent images from the sets of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, which surfaced on social media, sparked excitement among fans. The photos, obtained by Zoom, depicted veteran actor Arun Govil as Dasharatha alongside Lara Dutta adorned in traditional attire as Kaikeyi. Additionally, Sheeba Chadha, seemingly portraying Kaikeyi’s confidante Manthara, was spotted alongside Dutta.

In a recent interview, Lara Dutta addressed the ongoing speculation, expressing amusement at the persistent rumours. Although she stopped short of confirming her role in the project, Dutta hinted at her interest in being a part of Ramayana. She playfully mentioned her desire to explore roles like Surpanakha and Mandodari, indicating her enthusiasm for mythological characters.

While the official cast for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is yet to be confirmed, reports suggest a star-studded lineup, including Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita. Sunny Deol is rumored to portray Hanuman, while Yash is speculated to take on the role of Ravana.

As anticipation builds for the film’s release, fans eagerly await further updates on the casting and production of this highly anticipated cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana. Stay tuned for more developments on this exciting project.