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Ramayana’s CGI Fails to Justify Its Massive ₹4000 Crore Budget
Ramayana’s CGI has sparked disappointment among fans who feel the ₹4000 crore budget failed to deliver the expected visual grandeur, casting doubts on the film’s technical execution.
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Dumtika Editorial
April 3, 2026 · 1 min read
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The much-anticipated film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, has come under fire for its underwhelming CGI effects despite its colossal ₹4000 crore budget. Fans and critics alike expected a visual spectacle befitting the mythological saga, especially with the involvement of top VFX studios like Prime Focus and DNEG. However, the CGI output has been met with disappointment, raising questions about whether the film's technical execution matches its lofty ambitions.
Nitesh Tiwari, known for his impactful storytelling in recent hits, has assembled a stellar ensemble including Yash, Sunny Deol, and Vivek Oberoi, with music by AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer. The project, touted as India’s first IMAX film, promised grandeur on a scale never seen before. Yet, social media reactions reveal frustration among fans who feel the visual effects do not justify the extravagant spending.
The silence from the makers around Shri Rama Navami, a key thematic festival, further dampened excitement. Industry watchers now wait to see if the upcoming Diwali 2026 release will redeem the film’s technical shortcomings or continue to struggle despite its monumental budget.
