A special screening of the animated film Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama has been scheduled for February 15 at the Indian Parliament, with lawmakers, including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, expected to attend alongside cultural dignitaries.
The 1993 Indo-Japanese film, directed by Yugo Sako, Ram Mohan, and Koichi Sasaki, was recently mentioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Mann Ki Baat address.
Producer Aggarwal from Greek Pictures, responsible for the film’s recent dubbing and distribution, told The New Indian Express that the screening is intended to deepen appreciation for the Ramayana and its values among audiences of all generations. “It is not just an exhibition of a film but a celebration of our rich heritage,” he said.
The film, which was re-released in India on January 24 in a 4K format, is now available in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, in addition to its original English version. Earlier versions in Hindi and Tamil from 1997 were not used due to the loss of master data. The creative adaptation of the new versions was overseen by acclaimed screenwriter V Vijayendra Prasad (Baahubali, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, RRR).
Initially showcased at the 24th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in 1993, Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama gained popularity in India in the early 2000s after being re-broadcast on television. Prior to its recent theatrical release, special screenings were held at the Mahakumbh, as well as in Delhi and Mumbai.
Aggarwal said that the screening at Parliament underscores the film’s artistic and cultural impact, strengthening Indo-Japanese ties. “The Parliament will celebrate Indian heritage with Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama,” he added.
