The announcement of the upcoming mythological feature 'Mahakavya Shree Ramayan Katha - Shree Ram Ki' has triggered widespread debate across social media platforms following the release of its first promotional teaser and official poster. Social media personality Anjali Arora, who initially gained overnight prominence through the viral 'Kacha Badam' dance video and later participated in the reality show 'Lock Upp', is set to make her Bollywood acting debut with the project. However, her casting in the revered role of Goddess Sita has drawn intense criticism and backlash from a section of online viewers who have raised strong objections to the casting decision.
Outrage and Social Media Reactions Over Casting
Following the teaser's debut, numerous netizens expressed disappointment, contrasting Anjali Arora's digital image and past online presence with the sacred persona of Goddess Sita. Criticisms quickly mounted across digital platforms, with users questioning the rationale behind selecting a social media creator for such a spiritually significant role. One online user expressed frustration, stating, "Oh God, this is pure Kalyug! Anjali Arora is playing the role of Sita Ji in Ramayana." Another dissatisfied viewer demanded legal action against the production team, commenting, "On what basis has this TikToker been given the role of Maa Sita? An FIR should be lodged against the people associated with this film." A third commenter expressed total disapproval of the portrayal, adding, "I cannot accept Anjali as Maa Sita."
Anachronistic Background Chant Sparks Further Criticism
Beyond the lead casting choice, viewers also pointed out what they identified as a major chronological flaw in the film's promotional material. The background score of the teaser features the sacred chant "Krishnaya Vasudevaya...", which is traditionally associated with Lord Krishna. Online critics highlighted that Lord Krishna belongs to Dwapara Yuga, whereas the events of the Ramayana take place in Treta Yuga. Using a devotional hymn dedicated to a deity from a subsequent cosmic era for a narrative set in Treta Yuga led to further disapproval from audience members who voiced concerns over historical and mythological accuracy in the film's presentation.
Cast and Production Details of the Mythological Project
In 'Mahakavya Shree Ramayan Katha - Shree Ram Ki', actor Dev Sharma plays the lead character of Lord Rama opposite Anjali Arora. Dev Sharma has previously featured in Bollywood feature films such as 'Yaariyan' and 'Heropanti'. The directorial helm for this ambitious project is led by filmmaker Abhishek Singh. According to official schedules, the feature film is slated for a nationwide theatrical release on September 25, 2026. The filmmakers released the initial promotional poster alongside the teaser to mark the commencement of their public campaign.
Clash with Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana Project
A notable aspect of this production timeline is that 'Mahakavya Shree Ramayan Katha - Shree Ram Ki' is scheduled to hit theaters before the high-profile film 'Ramayana Part 1', which features a star-studded cast including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash. With multiple cinematic adaptations centered on the epic Ramayana currently under development, audience interest in mythological stories remains at an all-time high. How moviegoers ultimately evaluate Anjali Arora's portrayal of Goddess Sita on the big screen will become evident once the film officially releases in theaters on September 25, 2026.
