Kunal Kapoor is gearing up to feature as Lord Indra Dev in Ramayana, one of the most ambitious Indian films of the year. The film, which features a sprawling ensemble cast, has already generated considerable buzz around its scale and visual treatment. Speaking about his experience of working on the film, Kunal said its biggest strength lies in offering audiences a fresh cinematic experience while staying faithful to a story they already know.

Kunal Kapoor on Ramayana

According to Kunal, the makers were never looking to alter the essence of the epic. Instead, the film aims to present the familiar story through a new cinematic lens, with its scale, action, music and visual treatment adding to the experience. “With the Ramayana, everyone already knows the story. You can't change it, and you shouldn't. We've grown up with it, we've seen countless retellings, it's part of who we are,” he said.