Los Angeles: Actress Sai Pallavi, who plays Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious two-part epic Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, has revealed that she has not yet begun filming the second instalment. Her remark came during the film’s world premiere in Los Angeles on October 27, raising questions about the production timeline for the sequel, which is scheduled for release in 2027.
In a video circulating online, Sai Pallavi was asked by a media representative whether both parts of the film had been shot together. Her response appeared to surprise the journalist, as she clarified that she had not started filming for the second part.
“I haven’t started filming yet,” the actress said.
Her brief comment suggests that at least her portions for the sequel are yet to be filmed. However, it does not establish the overall production status of the second instalment or confirm whether other members of the cast have begun shooting.
The revelation comes as the first part of the highly anticipated adaptation of the Indian epic attracts attention following its international premiere.
World premiere held in Los Angeles
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend Part 1 held its world premiere on October 27 at the David Geffen Theatre inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. The event featured an invite-only 3D screening and a Diwali-themed red carpet attended by members of the cast and other guests.
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash were among the stars who attended the premiere. The gathering brought international attention to the ambitious production, which seeks to bring the ancient Indian epic to the screen on a large scale.
The film has generated considerable interest because of its prominent cast, visual effects and international creative collaboration. Its two-part format is intended to give the filmmakers room to present the story across separate instalments.
Sai Pallavi’s comments about the sequel have now added a production-related talking point to the attention surrounding the first film. With the second part planned for 2027, her confirmation that she has not begun filming her portions has prompted questions about when work on her role will get underway.
A two-part adaptation of the Indian epic
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, with Yash also involved in the production. The project adapts the Ramayana, one of India’s most influential epics, for a contemporary cinematic audience.
The principal cast features Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. The casting has been a major focus of interest, given the cultural significance of the characters and the scale of the production.
The decision to divide the story into two films allows the makers to explore its characters and narrative over an extended cinematic canvas. The production also brings together Indian and international talent, including composers Hans Zimmer and A R Rahman, while visual effects company DNEG is associated with the film.
The combination of a large-scale production, established Indian performers and international technical expertise has contributed to the anticipation surrounding the project.
What Sai Pallavi’s statement means for Part 2
Sai Pallavi’s brief response offers a glimpse into the filming status of her own role but leaves several details unanswered. She did not provide a start date for her portions, nor did her comment clarify the current status of filming involving the other actors.
It is also important to distinguish between the production of the first film and that of its sequel. A world premiere for Part 1 does not necessarily mean that the second instalment has completed filming or that the two films were shot simultaneously.
The actress’s statement indicates that her work on Part 2 remains pending as of the premiere. Further details about the filming schedule, production milestones and the extent of work completed on the sequel would be needed to establish a fuller picture of its progress.
With the second instalment scheduled for 2027, the production will need to move forward according to its planned timeline. However, Sai Pallavi’s remarks alone do not indicate whether the release date is likely to change.
Anticipation continues after the premiere
The Los Angeles premiere marks a significant promotional milestone for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend Part 1, while Sai Pallavi’s comments have drawn attention to the next phase of the larger project.
For audiences awaiting the two-part adaptation, the film’s scale and its reinterpretation of familiar characters remain central to the excitement. The casting of Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash and Sunny Deol has further heightened interest in how the epic will be presented on screen.
As the first instalment moves towards its planned 2026 release and the sequel remains scheduled for 2027, further announcements from the filmmakers are likely to provide greater clarity on production progress.
For now, Sai Pallavi’s statement confirms one specific detail: she has not yet started filming for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend Part 2. The broader production schedule and any implications for the sequel’s release remain unconfirmed.