Kangana Ranaut to play Sita in period drama film

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut is all set to turn Goddess Sita in her upcoming film. She will be playing the mythological character from the epic Ramayana, which will be directed by Alaukik Desai and written by KV Vijayendra Prasad. The movie will be released in five languages.

Kangana Ranaut unveiled a teaser poster of the period film. She wrote in the caption, “Glad to be on board for the title role with this immensely talented team of artists. With the blessings of Sita Ram. Jai SiyaRam (sic).”

Director Alaukik Desai said in a statement, “Universe does help those who surrender to it with belief. What was a mirage, is now clarity. A dream of a pious character never explored is now a reality. I am ecstatic to bring Kangana Ranaut on board as SITA. This pious journey will change the course of how we perceive our mythology. Thank you SS Studio for your immense support and belief.”

On the work front, Kangana was last seen in the biopic of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalitha, titled Thalaivii. Her upcoming movies are Dhaakad and Tejas. She is also directing Aparajita Ayodhya, a film on Ayodhya verdict.