Mumbai, Oct 29: Actress Sonia Balani, known for her impactful role in ‘The Kerala Story’, is set to portray Urmila, the devoted wife of Lord Lakshmana, in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious cinematic adaptation of ‘Ramayana’.
This role marks a significant turn in Balani’s career, moving from recent negative portrayals to a character celebrated for sacrifice and emotional strength.
Speaking about this pivotal opportunity, Sonia expressed, “Being associated with a story as timeless and deeply rooted in our culture as the Ramayana is truly special. Urmila is a character whose strength, dignity, and sacrifices deserve to be understood beyond the pages of history. As an actor, the opportunity to explore such an emotionally layered character is both a privilege and a responsibility.” She further highlighted the excitement of collaborating with director Nitesh Tiwari and sharing screen space with Ranbir Kapoor, who plays Lord Rama.
Balani hopes that audiences will connect with Urmila’s resilience and appreciate the profound human emotions embedded in her story. The film, planned as a two-part epic, aims to bring Urmila’s often-overlooked narrative to a wider audience, exploring new emotional dimensions of the ancient saga. This project is garnering considerable attention, especially with its star-studded cast and the revered subject matter.