Ahead of the grand inauguration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya, here's a look at the best shows and films based on the Hindu epic.
Sampoorna Ramayanam
In 1958, superstar NTR played the role of Lord Rama in the film Sampoorna Ramayanam. The movie went on to become a super hit.
Sita Rama Kalyanam
Inspired by the Hindu epic, this 1961 Telugu-language mythological film starred superstar NTR as Ravana, the king of Lanka.
Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayana
The 1980s television series by Ramanand Sagar is still lauded as one of the best on-screen depiction of the Ramayana.
Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama
This anime film by Japanese filmmaker Yugo Sako is a must-watch. From the animation to the background details, this 1992 movie has been hailed as one of the finest on-screen adaptations of the Hindu epic.
Lav Kush
The 1997 movie, which is based on Valmiki's Uttar Ramayan from the Indian epic Ramayana, tells the story of Ram and Sita's twin sons, Lava and Kush, and their extraordinary skills and abilities.
Ramayana: The Epic
Directed by Chetan Desai, this 2010 computer-animated action film presented the story of Lord Rama's exile from Ayodhya to his battle with Ravana in epic superhero form.