Bigg Boss Star Donal Bisht Reveals Shocking Ramayana Audition Opportunity
In a stunning revelation that has captivated Bollywood fans, television actress and Bigg Boss 15 alum Donal Bisht has disclosed her unexpected audition journey for the mythological epic Ramayana. The actress expressed profound shock when she received a direct call from India's premier casting director, Mukesh Chhabra, inviting her to test for the pivotal role of Shurpanakha in director Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated cinematic adaptation.
Donal Bisht's Incredible Reaction to the Audition Call
Speaking exclusively to media outlets, Donal Bisht recalled her immediate disbelief upon receiving the career-changing phone call. "I never imagined in my life that someone would even call me to audition for Shurpanakha," the actress confessed, still processing the magnitude of the opportunity. She emphasized that the production house was conducting extremely selective auditions and had specifically requested her participation for the character test.
Reflecting on this pivotal moment in her career, Donal expressed deep gratitude and humility. "I feel very fortunate that I got a call for one of the biggest films, and I feel blessed that people there are noticing my work and seeing that I can be a potential person for such roles," she shared, acknowledging the validation from industry insiders.
Star-Studded Cast of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana
The mythological epic boasts an impressive ensemble cast that has generated tremendous excitement among cinema enthusiasts:
- Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram
- Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita
- Yash (of KGF fame) as Ravana
- Sunny Deol as Hanuman
- Ravi Dubey as Laxman
- Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari
- Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha
The supporting cast further strengthens the production with notable talents including Arun Govil, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Sheeba Chaddha, and Indira Krishnan in significant roles.
Production Updates and Release Schedule
According to industry reports, the filmmaking team has already completed editing for the first installment of this ambitious project. In October 2025, entertainment portal Pinkvilla revealed that the Ramayana production unit is now fully focused on extensive visual effects work, dedicating approximately 300 days to perfecting the cinematic spectacle.
Producer Namit Malhotra and his creative team plan to finalize the complete cut of Ramayana: Part One by summer 2026, strategically positioning the film for a grand Diwali theatrical release that same year. The release schedule has been meticulously planned with Ramayana Part 1 scheduled for worldwide release during Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 exactly one year later during Diwali 2027.
This revelation about Donal Bisht's audition experience adds another fascinating layer to the already highly anticipated mythological saga that promises to redefine Indian cinematic storytelling on a global scale.
