India, Oct. 18 -- Here the epic takes to the air, with Jatayu fighting Ravan more than 200 feet above the ground in stunts overseen by a Bollywood action director. MP and actor Manoj Tiwari won hearts as Kevat, and Sita's swayamvar ended in a shower of flowers.

A grand baraat wound through the leela ground to celebrate Ram and Sita's wedding, filling the whole place with festive cheer. Crowds have also watched Kaikeyi demand Ram's exile, Dashrath break down, and Kevat wash the Lord's feet before ferrying him across the Ganga.

Navratri is on, and Ramlila is back in every part of Delhi. The grounds are lined with marigold garlands, the stages have huge painted backdrops of palaces and forests, and the actors come out in shining crowns and...