India, Nov. 13 -- Hindustan Times reported that actor Lara Dutta responded to a debate over costumes in Nitesh Tiwari’s film Ramayana: Part One, saying she understood the reasoning behind the designs and that audiences should not “nitpick” over minor details. The report said the discussion included Sai Pallavi’s look as Sita and Lara Dutta’s portrayal of Kaikeyi, and cited Lara’s comments in an interaction published by Hindustan Times on Nov. 12, 2026.
Costume debate and Lara Dutta’s remarks
Hindustan Times said a section of viewers debated costumes worn by some characters, with some calling the outfits too modern for the Treta Yuga. The report noted that Lara Dutta was seen in the trailer wearing a saree with a long-sleeves blouse.
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