Ram Gopal Varma Challenges Critics of ‘Ramayan Part 1’, Highlights Depth of Scenes

Ram Gopal Varma responded to the wave of criticism surrounding ‘Ramayan: Part 1’ by underscoring the film’s thematic depth. He posted that the violence is not gratuitous; it reflects the reality of outcomes when power is tested. Varma praised Ranbir’s restrained presence in the silent ashram, where the camera’s lingering gaze shows sorrow turned into a calculated stance. He explained Yash’s role as the embodiment of Ravana’s psyche, a man who has accepted his decision to annihilate his foe, evident in the night‑before showdown where he measures Ram’s worth without raising his voice. Anupam Kher’s Jatayu, with shattered wings and bloodied feathers, continues onward, symbolizing a resolve that ignores bodily pain. The filmmaker concluded by thanking the entire crew and asking audiences to focus on the film’s artistic merit rather than the “negative criticism” that distracts from its groundbreaking nature.