Nitish Bharadwaj Criticises ‘Ramayana’ After Earlier Praising It as an Oscar Contender

Nitish Bharadwaj, who is best known for playing Lord Krishna in BR Chopra’s classic TV show Mahabharat, has recently spoken out about the upcoming film Ramayana. Earlier, the actor had praised the project and even predicted that it could win an Oscar. However, his views have now taken a sharp U-turn.

​In a recent interview, Bharadwaj strongly criticised the movie, stating that it misrepresents Indian history and culture. He expressed deep concern that modern filmmakers often change ancient epics to appeal to a global audience or for commercial success, forgetting the core spiritual and cultural values behind them. According to the veteran actor, stories like the Ramayana and Mahabharat are sacred pillars of Indian heritage and should be treated with utmost respect rather than being altered for box-office appeal.

​His sudden change of heart has sparked a massive debate on social media. While some fans agree that classic scriptures should remain untouched, others believe that creative freedom is important for modern storytelling. As one of the most respected faces of mythological television in India, Bharadwaj’s strong stance has certainly made filmmakers and audiences rethink how our ancient epics are adapted for the big screen today.