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Hanuman Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, is one of the most widely celebrated religious occasions in India. Known for symbolising strength, devotion, courage, and loyalty, Lord Hanuman holds a special place in the hearts of millions of devotees. Every year, the festival is marked with prayers, fasting, temple visits, and recitation of sacred texts like the Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand. While the essence of the festival remains the same across the country, the way Hanuman Jayant
Nitish Tiwari's much anticipated film Ramayana, written by Pathaan writer Sridhar Raghavan, is based on Valmiki's ancient Indian epic. It has a stellar star cast of Ranbir Kapoor (Ram), Ravi Dubey (Lakshman), Sai Pallavi (Sita), Sunny Deol (Hanuman) and Yash (Ravan), along with Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Vivek Oberoi, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Singh, Kunal Kapoor, and Sheeba Chaddha. Before you watch the film in the theatres, have fun unscrambling this jigsaw. How to Play This Jigsaw Puzzle Here's y ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Hanuman Jayanti greetings to the countrymen on Thursday and wished for the continued progress of the nation. Hanuman Jayanti, celebrated on Chaitra Purnima, marks Lord Hanuman's birth as Rama's devoted devotee and symbol of courage, service, and intellect in Hindu tradition. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Heartfelt greetings of Hanuman Jayanti to all my fellow countrymen. May this sacred occasion bring new energy and vigour into everyone's life." "My wish is that Pavanputra Hanuman ji shower his abundant blessings of ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Devotees across India celebrated Hanuman Jayanti with great devotion and enthusiasm on Thursday, offering prayers at temples and participating in special rituals to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman. In Delhi, a large number of devotees gathered at the Pracheen Hanuman Temple in Connaught Place to offer prayers. Long queues were seen outside the temple since early morning, with authorities ensuring smooth crowd management. A devotee shared that he had been visiting the temple on Hanuman Jayanti for the past 25 years and praised the arrangements, st ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar here on Thursday appealed to the devotees to celebrate Sri Hanuman Jayanthi peacefully. Speaking after performing puja at Sri Ram Mandir Gowliguda, he said the Hyderabad and Malkajgiri police made elaborate arrangements for the peaceful conduct of the celebrations followed by rallies taken from different places. This year, approximately 168 tributary processions from various parts of the city will join the main rally - 'Sri Veera Hanuman Vijay Yatra' organized by the Bajrang Dal - from Sri Ram Mandir in Gowliguda The rallies would culmina ...Read More >
New Delhi: The first glimpse of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash is out and has taken the internet by storm. This grand epic unfolds as a two-part live-action cinematic universe, crafted on a scale matching the biggest global tentpoles. Bringing together iconic talent from both Hollywood and India, Ramayana promises to be a cinematic spectacle like never before. Hailed as the biggest film ever made, it has already begun receiving overwhelming love and admiration from audiences across the world. The teaser introduces Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash a ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The first look of the much-anticipated project, Ramayana, by Nitish Tiwari, was unveiled on Thursday. The video received appreciation from both critics and audience. Now, it will be unveiled at the Times Square in New York. Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Ramayana is backed by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus, in association with Monster Mind Creations. Oscar Award winner Hans Zimmer is making his Bollywood debut, with AR Rahman composing the tunes. Guy Norris is taking care of the stunts, taking ...Read More >
Mumbai: The teaser of Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), paving the way for its release on April 2. The teaser, titled 'Rama', was granted certification on March 30 and is reportedly suitable for a universal audience. The development marked a key milestone in the promotional rollout of the much-anticipated mythological epic directed by Nitesh Tiwari. According to reports, the teaser has a runtime of approximately 2 minutes and 38 seconds, indicating that viewers will get a substantial first glimpse into the film's sca ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 (ANI): Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who is back in Mumbai after his recent trip to Los Angeles, seems to have returned to work mode, as he is all set to begin promotions for his upcoming film Ramayana. Just a day before the release of the first glimpse of Rama from Ramayana, Ranbir was seen in Bandra along with director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra. Also Read | 'Ramayana': Alia Bhatt Reviews Husband Ranbir Kapoor's 'Rama' Teaser, Calls It 'Out of This World' (Watch Video). He kept his look simple and casual in a denim jacket, track pants, and a whi ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Actor Ranbir Kapoor recently grabbed attention during the teaser launch of Ramayana in Los Angeles. The event was special as it gave audiences an early glimpse of the much-awaited film. During the event, Ranbir was surprised with a unique and thoughtful gift from a fan who is also a designer. The moment quickly went viral on social media. The fan gifted Ranbir a customised red bandhgala-style jacket. The design was inspired by the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The jacket featured detailed gold threadwork, which stood out beautifully against the rich red fabric. The lower part of the jacket ...Read More >
Mumbai: The teaser of 'Ramayana', which features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, was released on Thursday on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti. It has received mixed reactions online, with its visual effects sparking widespread debate. The film's producer Namit Malhotra, in a collab post with director Nitesh Tiwari and co-producer Yash, wrote on Instagram, "Rama is the greatest of all time because he lived a life where the choices he made were always in the benefit of the greater good, duty over desire, and sacrifice over self. His legacy continues to enhance and empower humanity over time and bring ...Read More >
India's studios are transforming filmmaking by using AI to slash production time, cut costs and dub movies into numerous languages. While union rules constrain Hollywood's use of the technology, Indian cinema is racing ahead, pitting efficiency against questions of creative authenticity and audience acceptance. BENGALURU - Welcome to the new-look movie set, where the quiet hum of a coding floor has replaced the cacophony of cameras, clapperboards and shouted directions. The Collective Artists N ...Read More >
AI images reimagine Sushant Singh Rajput as Lord Rama, sparking debate online, with many Reddit users saying he would have been a better fit. The first glimpse of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana was released on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, and the teaser sparked discussions. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor as Shri Ram, and the teaser, which was titled 'RAMA', gave a peek into his look in the film. While many were impressed, a few had their doubts, and now new AI images have surfaced on social media, ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The first glimpse of Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, has just dropped. And it's already making waves in the industry. The teaser introduces yet another cinematic vision of India's most cherished epic. But amid the grandeur, one small phrase stood out to us: "Filmed for IMAX." For casual moviegoers, this might sound like just another buzzword. But in reality, it hints at a promise of a cinematic experience that's larger, sharper, louder and more immersive than ever before. So what does "Filmed for IMAX" actually mean, and why is ...Read More >
Hyderabad: City police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Tuesday asked the organisers of the 'Sri Veera Hanuman Vijay Yatra' during Hanuman Jayanti on April 2, to ensure that it was peaceful and orderly in the manner of the 'Sri Rama Shobha Yatra' last week. Referring to the recent the police commissioner asked stakeholders to ensure similar peaceful conduct. Speaking at a review meeting here, Sajjanar said 168 tributary processions from across the city were expected to merge with the main rally. About 3,000 police personnel, supported by different wings, will be deployed. The rally will be monit ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Devotees celebrated Sri Hanuman Jayanthi with fervor across Telangana on Thursday. The lanes and bylanes were decorated with saffron flags and bunting and long serpentine queues were seen at Lord Sri Hanuman temples. A large number of people stood in queue at the famous Sri Tadbund Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple and at Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Jagtial district to seek blessings of Lord Sri Hanuman. Special prayers and bhajans were conducted at the temples to mark the occasion. In the afternoon, several temple committees provided free food to devotees apart from prasadam and ...Read More >
Mumbai: As anticipation builds around Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor in the role of Lord Ram, the film continues to spark conversations across social media and the film industry. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the ambitious project has already become one of Bollywood's most talked-about upcoming releases. Amid the ongoing buzz, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna's earlier remarks on Ranbir's casting have resurfaced online, reigniting debate. In an interview with Filmygyan in August 2025, Khanna had expressed strong reservations about Ranbir portraying Lord Ram, especially in light of his recent role i ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) In an unfortunate update, child television actor Veer Sharma and his elder brother, Shaurya Sharma, passed away after a fire broke out at their home in Kota in the wee hours of Sunday. According to the reports, the fire started on the fourth floor of the building, where the two boys were alone at the time. The fire reportedly broke out in the drawing room of their flat at the Deepshree building, but did not spread to the other rooms. Going by the police reports, both Veer and Shaurya were asleep when the fire broke out and succumbed after suffocation caused b ...Read More >
Lucknow: Ramayan-themed wax museum coming up at Ayodhya is now ready for inauguration by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during the ninth Deepotsav celebration, an official spokesperson said on Wednesday. Termed first of its kind in the world, the museum, built in collaboration with Ayodhya Municipal Corporation, is located opposite Kashiram Colony on Chaudah Kosi Parikrama route. "Recreating ambience of Treta Yuga it will be a centre of faith and global tourist attraction," he added.Sprawling 9,8 ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday extended greetings on Hanuman Jayanti to the people. "On the occasion of Shri Hanuman Jayanti, I extend my greetings to the people of the state," said Naidu in a post on X. The Chief Minister described Lord Hanuman as the supreme devotee of Lord Rama and a symbol of immense strength, wisdom, and courage.He said that devotees believe worshipping Hanuman removes fear, grants courage and good health, and alleviates difficulties, wishing that the Lord fills lives with light. Wishing that the Lord fills your lives with new li ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The teaser of Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, recently created a huge buzz online. While many viewers praised its grand visuals, one particular scene led to unexpected controversy. In the scene, Lord Rama is seen walking through the streets of Ayodhya while people shower him with flowers. However, sharp-eyed viewers noticed something unusual. The turban of a man standing nearby appeared to change color from blue to purple within seconds. This small detail quickly went viral, with many claiming that the shot was created using artificial intelligence. The actor seen i ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Nimrat Kaur marked the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday by revisiting a deeply personal and spiritual experience from her time in Varanasi, where she walked through the lanes steeped in history, devotion, and tradition. Nimrat took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of images from her visit, which included the ghats, temples and even akhadas. In a few pictures, the actress is seen posing with wrestlers. In the caption section, Nimrat shared that her journey began at the revered Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, believed to be the place where Tu ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani visited the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya and had the darshan of Ramlalla on Thursday. During his visit, Adani offered prayers and participated in the rituals at the historic temple. Speaking after the visit, Adani said, "My family and I received the opportunity to have the darshan of Lord Ram in Ayodhya. This is an emotional moment, a proud moment. This temple is not just a centre of devotion but also a symbol of India's culture, unity and confidence. Lord Ram's ideals inspire us to walk the path of t ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): The first glimpse of 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has been officially unveiled, showcasing Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as the formidable Ravana, and introducing Sunny Deol in the portrayal of Lord Hanuman. The introductory footage, now released on the official social media handles of the makers, has generated a storm of excitement for the epic's Diwali 2026 release. Also Read | 'I Have NOT Deleted My Post About Diljit Dosanjh': Naseeruddin Shah Remains Defiant Amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' Row, Says He Doesn't 'Care a Fiddler's Fart About Backl ...Read More >
With a huge rollout, Namit Malhotra's ambitious epic Ramayana has made a spectacular debut on two continents and garnered international attention. The movie, which is already regarded as one of the most anticipated film events of the decade, had a spectacular Indian premiere in nine major cities before illuminating Times Square in New York, demonstrating its genuinely global appeal. The Indian leg of the launch saw Ramayana unveiled in tremendous style across Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, ...Read More >
New Delhi: Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus - Ramayana is touted as the biggest Indian film ever made. Reason? It's staggering budget, massive star cast and world-class VFX technology. After the 3 minute long first glimpse of the epic tale was unveiled earlier this month - expectations from this two-part cinematic glory is nothing short of being sky-high. Producer Namit Malhotra in his recent interview revealed that real budget costing is nothing less than a staggering Rs 4000 crore - even bigger than many Hollywood classics like Avatar and Avengers. Speaking on The Prakhar Gupta Xperie ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming response to the first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming film 'Ramayana' on Tuesday. Taking to his X handle, producer Namit Malhotra called the response towards the glimpse "overwhelming, inspiring and humbling." "The response over the past few days has truly been overwhelming, inspiring, and humbling. Seeing how our Rama continues to touch so many hearts across the world fills me with deep humility and joy. I cherish all of the conversations, the excitement, and feedba ...Read More >
New Delhi: Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's epic saga - Ramayana is high on the bizz word and rightly so after the first introductory video was released a day back. The global unveiling continues as the epic heads to North America -- with a landmark reveal at New York's iconic Times Square. Marking its presence across two continents, Ramayana has set a new benchmark for Indian cinema with its unprecedented scale and ambition. Backed by Namit Malhotra -- 8 times Oscar winner and the visionary force behind global blockbusters like Dune, Oppenheimer, and Interstellar. Ramayana is not just a film. It's ...Read More >
S. S. Rajamouli's magnum opus starring Mahesh Babu has been officially titled 'Varanasi,' with the actor playing Rudhra. The film's title teaser hints at a grand, multi-era, spiritual adventure, and will introduce Premium Large Scale Format Filmed for IMAX technology to Indian cinema. The makers of ace filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli's highly anticipated magnum opus, starring Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, officially unveiled the film's title 'Varanasi' on Saturday. They also confirmed that Mahesh Babu ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday, the makers of the upcoming epic "Ramayana" unveiled the look of Lord Rama, played by Ranbir Kapoor. Calling it a "humbling experience," the Bollywood star said that there is a purity about him that is very rare. Ranbir on playing Rama, said in a statement: "I don't think I'm here to represent Rama. I'm here to learn from him. There is a simplicity and purity to him that is very rare; and trying to understand and imbibe that has been a deeply humbling experience." The 'Rama' teaser marks a significant moment for ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) As India eagerly awaited Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Rama from Nitesh Tiwary's upcoming film "Ramayana," the Bollywood star's absence from the grand media event held on Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday raised several questions. Earlier in the morning, Ranbir's maiden look as Lord Rama was unveiled. A media event had been scheduled to mark the occasion, attended by director Nitesh Tiwary and producer Namit Malhotra. Despite the presence of cameras, reporters, and flashing lights, all set to capture the actor's glimpse, Ranbir Kapoor was notably missing from the e ...Read More >