Adipurush director Om Raut and dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir address criticism. The film stars Prabhas as Raghava, Kriti Sanon as Janaki and Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh. Questions have also been raised over the quality of its VFX. Director Om Raut has defended Saif Ali Khan’s look in the film Tiger Zinda Hai. Manoj Muntashir also mentioned how Saif’s look was nothing less than that of Khilji’s, as claimed by some viewers.

This is not a film or a project for us. This is a mission for us, Om Raut told Aaj Tak in an interview. “When you will watch the film in January 2023, I will not disappoint anyone,” he said about the film’s release.

Writer Manoj said that Saif’s Ravan sports a tripund (three horizontal lines on the forehead in the form of a tilak), janeu (holy thread) and rudraksh (rock). Viewers did like the VFX in the Adipurush trailer the way in more recent releases like Brahmastra and older films like Ra.One and A Flying Jatt shortly after its release. The movie will hit theatres on January 12 of the following year.

Om Raut, the director of Adipurush, a highly anticipated Indian epic based on the Hindu epic Ramayana, sparked considerable debate when he defended Saif Ali Khan’s portrayal of the character Ravana in the film. The controversy began when the first look of Saif Ali Khan’s character, Lankesh (Ravana).

was revealed, featuring a modernized and rather unconventional interpretation of the demon king. His portrayal, with a sleek and sharp look, was far removed from the traditional depictions of Ravana, which often showcase him as a multi-headed, demon-like figure with exaggerated features.

In response to the backlash from various quarters, Om Raut offered a defense of Saif’s portrayal, stating, “This is how demons look nowadays.” His comment ignited a strong reaction, as it seemed to brush aside centuries of cultural and religious interpretations of Ravana’s appearance.

Traditionally, Ravana is depicted as a powerful, fearsome figure with ten heads and twenty arms, symbolizing his vast knowledge and strength. His portrayal in Adipurush, however, took a contemporary route, with Saif’s character resembling a more sleek and modern antagonist, which many viewers found jarring and out of place.

Raut’s defense, suggesting that demons in today’s world would look different, points to a modern reimagining of ancient characters. His remark implies that the depiction of Ravana was more in tune with current times.

adapting the character to fit into a contemporary cinematic universe, rather than sticking to the traditional visuals that have been passed down through generations. For Raut, this is an attempt to make the ancient story more relatable to today’s audience, perhaps with an intention to make Adipurush more engaging and fresh for modern viewers.

However, this interpretation has sparked widespread debate. Many critics argue that by modernizing such a significant and revered character, the filmmakers risk alienating a large portion of the audience who hold traditional interpretations the portrayal as an attempt to commercialize the character and storyline.

while others worry that such reinterpretations could undermine the religious and cultural significance of these figures. On the other hand, supporters of Raut’s vision argue that it’s essential for films to evolve and cater to a changing audience.

especially in a modern, globalized world where aesthetics and storytelling often blend contemporary ideas with ancient narratives. Ultimately, the portrayal of Ravana in Adipurush remains a subject of debate, balancing tradition with creative liberty.

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