Ahead of the release of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1, actress Rakul Preet Singh has shared why she decided to portray Surpanakha, one of the epic's most debated characters. Responding to an open letter from a fan, Rakul said she was drawn to the role because of the character's emotional depth and misunderstood journey. Her response has sparked fresh discussions about how Ramayana will present Surpanakha, a character often remembered for her brief but crucial role in the epic. Rakul Preet Singh on Playing Surpanakha Replying to a fan's heartfelt message, Rakul Preet Singh explained that Surpanakha is far more layered than many people believe. The actress said she accepted the role because she wanted to explore the emotional and psychological complexity of the character rather than portray her as a one-dimensional antagonist. According to Rakul, Surpanakha's backstory makes her one of the most misunderstood figures in the Ramayana. Fan's Open Letter Gets Rakul's Response A fan had written an open letter appreciating Rakul for choosing such a challenging role in Ramayana: Part 1. Acknowledging the message, the actress thanked the fan and said she hopes audiences will see a different perspective of Surpanakha when the film releases. Her response quickly went viral across social media, with many fans praising her thoughtful approach to the iconic character.WATCH THE TRAILER- CLICK HERE Star Cast of Ramayana Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana: Part 1 features a star-studded cast, including: Ranbir Kapoor Sai Pallavi Yash Sunny Deol Ravi Dubey Rakul Preet Singh Lara Dutta Arun Govil Indira Krishnan The ambitious mythological epic is among the biggest Indian films currently in production. Ramayana Release Date Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled to release in theatres on Diwali 2026, while Part 2 is expected to arrive during Diwali 2027. With its massive scale, acclaimed cast and cutting-edge visual effects, the film is one of the most anticipated Indian releases of the decade. While the makers have yet to reveal Rakul Preet Singh's full look as Surpanakha, her recent comments have increased curiosity about how the character will be portrayed on the big screen.(ALSO READ) Ramayana Cast Salary Revealed: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sunny Deol, Sai Pallavi Fees, ₹900 Crore Budget Explained
