Aditya Desai (AD)

Watching this film leaves a profound sense of disappointment and helplessness. There are several elements in this film that will evoke a feeling of sorrow in you. The biggest unfortunate aspect is the lack of special effects. The special effects here appear very weak. However, the producer has done a good job by showcasing appropriate visuals. Regrettably, excessive darkness has been used to enhance the special effects, which ends up disappointing the audience rather than captivating them. Another major issue was the portrayal of Ravana. Instead of depicting the recognizable character, the producer has given him an image resembling a jihadist, which doesn't impress the viewers. Additionally, the presentation of ten natural heads is completely unsuccessful as after five heads, the display repeats. Apart from the disappointments, Sita Ji is only shown for a mere five minutes, and Lakshman is hardly visible. These limitations restrict the opportunity for fully understanding significant characters, leaving fans longing for more depth. Perhaps the most controversial decision was to change the setting of the golden city of Lanka to a coal mine. The purpose of this change was to reduce production costs and potentially create an animated spin-off. The film primarily showcases cartoon characters, with only a few real actors present. Furthermore, the level of dialogue is akin to lower-tier films. The producer's attempt to create an empty seat to portray a sense of compassion seems staged and comes across as an insult to the original deities. In summary, it is better to avoid this film, especially for the younger generation, as it may distort Hindu mythology.