Atlee Praises Ramayana Trailer, Calls Yash and Ranbir Kapoor 'Brilliant'

Tamil filmmaker Atlee has joined the chorus of praise for the upcoming epic Ramayana, calling its trailer 'absolutely brilliant' and singling out performances by Yash and Ranbir Kapoor.

In a post on social media, Atlee said he was 'blown away' by what director Nitesh Tiwari has put together. The film, one of the most expensive Indian productions ever, has generated massive buzz since its first look dropped.

Praise for Yash's Ravana

Atlee reserved special mention for Yash, who plays the antagonist Ravana. 'Yash as Ravana is going to be legendary,' he wrote, adding that the actor's screen presence in the trailer was 'electrifying.'

Industry insiders say Yash's portrayal has already become a talking point, with many calling it the trailer's biggest highlight. The Kannada star, known for the KGF franchise, brings a towering intensity to the role.

Ranbir Kapoor's Rama Wins Hearts

The director also lauded Ranbir Kapoor's depiction of Lord Rama. 'Ranbir has brought such grace and dignity to the character,' Atlee noted. 'You can feel the discipline in his eyes.'

Kapoor underwent extensive training in archery and Vedic chanting for the part. The trailer shows him in austere forest settings, wielding a bow with precision that has impressed audiences and critics alike.

A Stellar Ensemble

Ramayana boasts a cast that reads like a who's who of Indian cinema. Sai Pallavi plays Sita, while Sunny Deol has been confirmed as Hanuman. Anupam Kher joins as Jatayu, putting an end to rumours that Amitabh Bachchan would voice the vulture king.

The film is being produced on a scale rarely seen in Indian cinema, with heavy investment in VFX and practical sets. The trailer, which broke viewership records within hours of release, suggests a visual grandeur that matches the epic's mythological weight.

Industry Reactions

The entertainment industry has been quick to react. Trade analysts predict the film could be a game-changer for the mythological genre, which has seen mixed success in recent years. The buzz has already started affecting stock prices of production houses associated with the project.

Social media is flooded with fan edits comparing the trailer's visuals to international blockbusters. The Tamil and Telugu versions are also expected to perform strongly, given the pan-Indian casting.

Atlee's endorsement adds to the momentum. The director, who recently delivered a blockbuster with Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan, rarely comments on other projects. His words carry weight in the industry.

The film is slated for a multi-language release later this year. With the trailer already creating a storm, the countdown to the full film has begun.