The buzz around Ramayana keeps building after the release of its anticipated trailer. Actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty is one of the latest personalities to praise the project. While the trailer has attracted attention for its scale and visuals, Yash's transformation into Ravana particularly impressed the Kantara star.
Rishab shared the trailer on social media and described Yash's performance as "unbelievable." He stated he could not imagine anyone else in the role of the iconic antagonist.
"No one else could have done justice to this character better than Yash. His presence as Ravana is simply extraordinary."
Rishab's praise holds extra weight since both he and Yash have played key roles in bringing Kannada cinema to a wider audience. His reaction also reflects the excitement surrounding Yash's return to the spotlight after the success of the KGF franchise.
The actor also complimented Ranbir Kapoor for his portrayal of Lord Ram, noting that the role shows both strength and calmness. He appreciated Sai Pallavi's dignified presence as Sita and congratulated director Nitesh Tiwari for producing the epic on such a grand scale.
Since its release, the trailer has sparked widespread discussions online. Viewers have praised its production design, visual effects, and background score. Yash's brief yet powerful appearance as Ravana has become one of the trailer's biggest talking points, increasing anticipation among fans ahead of the film's release.
Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and DNEG, along with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is set as a two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshmana, and Arun Govil as King Dasharatha. The first part is set to release during Diwali 2026, with the second part to follow in Diwali 2027.
With praise coming in from all corners of the film industry, Rishab Shetty's support adds further momentum to one of Indian cinema's most awaited films. For Kannada audiences, his commendation highlights the excitement of seeing Yash take on one of mythology's most complex characters on the big screen.