Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama

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Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama (2025) is an animated epic that chronicles the legendary journey of Prince Rama. Tasked with rescuing his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana, Rama embarks on a path filled with challenges, alliances, and divine interventions. Alongside his loyal brother Lakshmana and the devoted Hanuman, Rama confronts evil, upholds dharma, and demonstrates courage, devotion, and righteousness. The 2025 4K re-release brings enhanced visuals and dubs in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, allowing a new generation to experience this timeless tale. Combining mythology, adventure, and family-friendly storytelling, the film preserves the epic’s grandeur while highlighting values of loyalty, bravery, and virtue for audiences of all ages.

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Tagline

“The Epic Journey of Courage, Devotion, and Destiny.”

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

U

Trivia

• Originally released in 1993, this Japanese-Indian animated film was re-released in 4K Ultra HD in 2025.
• The film is based on the ancient Indian epic, Ramayana, adapting the story for animated audiences worldwide.
• Directors Yugo Sako, Koichi Sasaki, and Ram Mohan combined Japanese animation techniques with Indian storytelling.
• The 2025 re-release includes Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and English dubs, broadening accessibility across India.
• The movie features iconic characters such as Rama, Sita, Hanuman, and Ravana, depicted with cultural and mythological accuracy.

Goofs

• Some battle sequences show minor inconsistencies in the animation of flying arrows and character positioning.
• A few scenes of Ravana’s multi-headed depiction show slight continuity errors between shots.
• Background details in certain palace and forest sequences occasionally shift subtly from frame to frame.

Quotes

• “Courage and dharma are the true weapons of a warrior.” – Rama
• “Devotion can conquer even the greatest of evils.” – Hanuman
• “No darkness can withstand the light of righteousness.” – Sage Valmiki

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• End credits showcase artwork of iconic scenes, giving viewers insight into animation design.
• Special thanks are given to Indian and Japanese cultural consultants who ensured accurate mythological representation.
• Dedication reads: “For all those who carry the epic in their hearts.”

Connections

• Related to other animated adaptations of the Ramayana, including Sita Sings the Blues and Rama: The Hero of Ayodhya.
• Connects to Indian mythology-based films and educational storytelling for younger audiences.
• Highlights global collaboration between Japanese animation studios and Indian storytellers, paving the way for international adaptations.

Soundtracks

• Music composed by Ilaiyaraaja (original score) and re-mixed for 2025 release, blending traditional Indian instruments with orchestral animation scoring.
• Tracks include heroic, devotional, and battle sequences, complementing Rama’s journey and emotional moments.
• Sound design emphasizes the grandeur of battles, divine interventions, and epic landscapes.