Ramayan 2008 Full Cast Then And Now

It has been more than 12 years since the 2008 television adaptation of Ramayan directed by Anand Sagar hit the small screens. The show was a blockbuster hit among millions with its grand depiction of the said Hindu epic. The then teenage heartthrobs at that time were hardly known but went on to become stars with roles in Ramayan.

These names-Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Ankit Arora, Daya Shankar Pandey, Akhilendra Mishra, Punkaj Kalraa, and Vikram Mastal-are much more familiar these days. Over time, the actors have been rising up, taking shape in their careers and establishing their images in entertainment. Additionally, this mythological serial caught the attention of the new era viewers through re-runs, especially during the 2020 lockdown when Ramayan was re-telecast on Dangal TV. The show remains an inspiration to entertain and, therefore, the timeless masterpiece in the story of Indian television.

Gurmeet Choudhary as Ram

Gurmeet was flawless in his role as Lord Ram, the lead of the series. The acting skills of Gurmeet in his chosen role rendered a sense of elegance and endearment. His performance earned many accolades, and he became a successful actor by launching from this platform. Gurmeet appeared in other TV serials and Bollywood movies and soon became a well-known name.

Debina Bonnerjee as Sita

Debina Bonnerjee's role as the epitome of devotion and grace became heart-winning. She even showed great chemistry with Gurmeet not only in front of the camera but also outside. The pair eventually got married in real life and since then has been one of the most beloved pairs in the entertainment world.

Ankit Arora, Lakshman

The action skillful actor Ankit Arora played solely for the devoted brother of Ram. In Lakshman, his commitment and loyalty made him a hit for the audience.

Akhilendra Mishra as Ravana

The villainous role of the series is played by Akhilendra Mishra as Ravana. He played the character with such power and subtlety that his screen presence was glorious. Intensely acting out, the character of Ravana became one of the most memorable characters of the show and added complex elements to the narrative.

Vikram Mastal as Hanuman

Vikram Mastal excelled in the role of the mighty Hanuman, fully embodying it with vigor and dedication. His depiction as the revered monkey god was appreciated even more while watching it, especially when it featured Hanuman's heroic moments

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Punkaj Kalraa as King Dasharatha

Punkaj Kalraa as the benevolent as well as confused king provided a lot of emotional depth to the series.

Daya Shankar Pandey as the Boatman

He plays a humble boatman that takes Lord Ram across the river. The small yet auspicious role added depth to the show.

Anwar Khan as Bali and Sugreev

Double performance as he played not only Bali but also Sugreev, with all the complex enmity between brothers.

These actors have become great over time, yet their Ramayan characters are the most iconic ones.