Sadhguru Critiques Yash’s Casting as Ravana in Ramayana: A Deep Dive

Sadhguru’s Thoughts on Yash as Ravana

In a recent discussion with Namit Malhotra regarding the upcoming film “Ramayana,” Sadhguru raised an eyebrow over the casting of the attractive Yash in the role of the villain Ravana.

The Casting Debate

Namit shared that casting Ravana was crucial for the project, and a star of Yash’s caliber was sought for the role. However, Sadhguru expressed his confusion about this choice. “How did Yash become Ravana? I know him very well,” he remarked.

Namit elaborated that they needed a superstar to embody such an essential character, but Sadhguru couldn’t shake off the traditional image of a villain. “Villains are usually depicted as having a blunt nose and strong build. But Yash is undeniably handsome,” he noted.

Shifting Perspectives

Despite Namit’s attempts to clarify, Sadhguru insisted, “Villains typically have a blunt nose, not a sharp one.” Namit acknowledged this perspective, promising to reconsider the traditional villain archetype as they delve into Ravana’s many complexities, including his deep devotion to Shiva.

About Ramayana

This ambitious two-part project is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra. The film features a stellar cast, including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Sunny Deol portraying Lord Hanuman. The release dates are set for Diwali 2026 and 2027.