Srinidhi Shetty recently opened up about auditioning for the role of Sita in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film, Ramayana. In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, Shetty shared that she had given a screen test and met with the filmmakers, receiving a positive response. However, she ultimately decided to turn down the offer due to concerns about her on-screen chemistry with Yash, who was cast as Raavan in the film.
Srinidhi Shetty explained that she was hesitant to take on the role of Sita opposite Yash's Raavan because of their previous on-screen pairing in the KGF franchise. She felt that audiences might find it strange to see them as rivals after being used to seeing them together in a different context. Despite refusing the role, Shetty expressed her admiration for Sai Pallavi, who has been cast as Sita in the film. She believes that Sai Pallavi is a great choice for the role and would love to see her portrayal of Sita.
The upcoming film Ramayana boasts a star-studded cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi. Yash, apart from playing Raavan, is also co-producing the film under his banner, Monster Mind Creations. The film is set to release in November 2026 and has generated significant buzz among fans and industry insiders.
With its promising premise and talented cast, Ramayana is expected to be one of the most highly anticipated films of the year. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the story of Ramayana unfolds on the big screen, with Sai Pallavi as Sita and Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. The film's release is expected to create a significant impact on the box office.