Bollywood is buzzing with excitement as Vivek Oberoi makes a grand return to epic cinema, this time in Nitesh Tiwari’s much-anticipated adaptation of Ramayana. The actor has officially joined the star-studded cast and is set to play the fierce demon prince Vidyutjihva, a never-before-seen character on the big screen!
Who is Vidyutjihva?
For those who don’t know, Vidyutjihva is not your average demon. He is a member of the Daitya clan and is referred to as the husband of Shurpanakha, Raavan’s sister. Mythologically rich and full of unexploited potential, this character introduces us to new telling within the Ramayana canon.
And who better to play this dynamo of a character than Vivek Oberoi? With his authoritative screen presence and talent for playing intense roles, Vivek is practically cut out for this role.
Yash and vivek oberoi battle scenes in Ramayan
At one of the biggest highlights of the film, Vivek Oberoi and Yash, playing the legendary Raavan, recently filmed an action-packed fight sequence that went on for almost 19 hours! The face-off was conceptualized as a duel between the two hulk-like actors, with Vivek using double axes in the thrilling encounter.
From sources, this high-octane scene is being shot with state-of-the-art visual effects and on a scale that’s cinematic and gigantic, offering the viewers an experience that’s half mythological and half Marvel-sized epic.
Why This Role Marks a Turning Point for Vivek Oberoi
Having spent years venturing into myriad roles on both Bollywood and OTT platforms, Vivek Oberoi’s return to the mythological space is a welcome turn in his career. His Vidyutjihva provides the actor a unique chance to get very close to a character that is a mixture of anger, vengeance, and emotional depth.
Fans are already praising the visual transformation teased in early concept art—complete with heavy armor, a fierce beard, and an intense gaze that promises goosebumps.
Nitesh Tiwari’s Vision: Reinventing the Ramayana
With Nitesh Tiwari at the steering wheel—responsible for classics such as Dangal and Chhichhore—look forward to a visually stunning, emotionally impactful, and technologically innovative retelling of Ramayana. The movie is destined to be one of Bollywood’s biggest mythological blockbusters in years.
Final thoughts
From casting updates to behind-the-scenes action, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is already setting the internet on fire. And with Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva, fans now have even more reason to be excited.Will this demon prince outshine even the mighty Raavan? We’ll have to wait and watch.
