Recent discussions among movie lovers highlight a recurring concern about how mythology is portrayed in films.
Many viewers feel that television serials and OTT shows often present mythological stories with greater sincerity and devotional depth, with way lesser budgets than cinema.
The characters, settings and emotions in these formats usually feel closer to the spirit of the original epics.
In contrast, some big-budget films appear to miss that balance. Despite spending huge amounts on visual effects and grand production, the results sometimes look exaggerated or artificial.
Demons are often shown as cartoonish creatures, and even divine or heroic characters appear disconnected from the traditional imagery people have grown up with through scriptures, art and cultural storytelling.
A common reference point in these discussions is Adipurush, where audiences criticized the design of several characters and visual elements for lacking authenticity.
With the teaser of Ramayana now circulating, some netizens have again raised similar concerns. After seeing certain visuals of demons and vanaras, a few viewers remarked that it reminds them of “another Adipurush in the making.”
Many hope filmmakers eventually learn to present mythology with cultural sensitivity, emotional depth and visual authenticity that truly reflects the sentiment of the soil.