Sai Pallavi’s casting as Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming Ramayana has triggered online debate, particularly around action and combat sequences shown in promotional clips. Several outlets report that audiences and critics are divided, with some viewers responding positively while others question whether such scenes fit traditional tellings of the story.
Dhanush publicly supports Sai Pallavi amid the criticism, describing the controversy as “noise” and praising her dedication and sincerity. Times of India and India Today also note that he backs her portrayal at a pre-release event. Meanwhile, Dipika Chikhlia—known for playing Sita in Ramanand Sagar’s 1987 television Ramayan—reacts to the action scenes by saying she does not remember those kinds of moments in Valmiki or Tulsidas’ versions, adding that India has many Ramayanas that differ from one another.
Coverage also includes context about how the film frames its inspiration. Times of India reports that director Nitesh Tiwari says the movie takes cues from the “Adbhuta Ramayana,” suggesting a particular strand within the broader Ramayana tradition. Some articles also mention related celebrity commentary surfaced alongside the film’s promotion.
