Language Controversy Over Ramayana Movie: NCP Demands a Marathi Version

A language controversy has emerged over Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Ramayana’ after the film was released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam, but not in Marathi. NCP leader Babasaheb Patil objected to the omission, stating that Marathi, despite having classical language status, should not have been overlooked.

Patil pointed out that Maharashtra offers a significant market for the film and criticised the decision to leave out Marathi. He has written to the film's producers, urging them to release a Marathi-dubbed version without delay. He also stressed the importance of considering the language preferences of Marathi-speaking audiences.