India, Nov. 10 -- Sai Pallavi's portrayal of Sita in Ramayana has sparked a debate, with some viewers questioning the decision to show the character participating in combat and wielding a sword. Recently, Indira Krishnan, who plays Kaushalya in the film, reacted to the discussion and admitted that she, too, found it difficult to connect with this aspect of Sita's character. However, she also explained why the makers chose to portray Sita as a warrior.

In the film, Pallavi is seen wielding a sword during a forest encounter with the demon army led by Khara and Dushana. Speaking to News18, Indira said, "I would also go with the audience. As a child, when I watched Ramayan, I never saw Sita as a warrior. I couldn't connect this bit with what...