The highly-anticipated film "Ramayana," featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita, is set to make its formal announcement on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. Sources reveal that the makers, led by director Nitesh Tiwari, have planned this special announcement for April 17, 2024, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Lord Rama.

After months of speculations and casting rumors, it was confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor would portray the iconic character of Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi would essay the role of Sita. The film, envisioned as a trilogy, aims to bring the epic tale to life using cutting-edge technology and promises to be a technical masterpiece for Indian cinema.

The shooting for "Ramayana" is scheduled to commence in Mumbai this month, with subsequent plans for an extensive schedule in London. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, Yash as Ravana, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, and Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, Ravana's sister.

While the team has spent over five years in pre-production, meticulously planning the script and visuals, the formal announcement marks the beginning of the film's execution phase. The filmmakers are dedicated to creating a cinematic spectacle, and a significant portion of the shoot is expected to involve extensive VFX work.

The release date is yet to be confirmed due to the complexity of the VFX involved, and a team of VFX artists is set to work on the film for a total of 500 days. With its ambitious vision and stellar cast, "Ramayana" is poised to be a landmark project in Indian cinema, and fans eagerly await further details about this magnum opus.