Anjali Arora on Mata Sita role in Shri Ramayan Katha: 'Maybe a blessing'
Synopsis
Anjali Arora credits her casting as Mata Sita in Shri Ramayan Katha to divine intervention — specifically her every-Tuesday Hanuman temple visits. With the film releasing on 25 September 2026 and director Abhishek Singh having won her over using an AI-generated image, the actress says the ultimate verdict on her portrayal now rests entirely with the audience.
Key Takeaways
Anjali Arora will portray Mata Sita in mythological film Shri Ramayan Katha , releasing 25 September 2026 .
Director Abhishek Singh convinced her by showing an AI-generated image of her as Sita.
Arora attributes the role to her weekly prayers at a Hanuman temple every Tuesday .
The film also stars Dev Sharma as Shri Ram, Rajniesh Duggall as Ravan, Sheel Verma as Lakshman, and Nirbhay Wadhwa as Hanuman.
Arora said she studied Sita's qualities — patience and sacrifice — to prepare for the role.
Actress Anjali Arora, set to portray Mata Sita in the upcoming mythological film Shri Ramayan Katha, has said she believes the role found her as a divine blessing — attributing it to her unwavering faith and weekly visits to a Hanuman temple. The film is scheduled to release theatrically across India on 25 September 2026.
How the Role Came to Her
Arora recalled the moment director Abhishek Singh first approached her for the role, arriving with an AI-generated image of her as Sita. 'When I was offered this role, when sir came to me, he showed me the AI version of my photo. So I laughed seeing that. I said, man, it's me?' she said. 'So sir said, yes, it's you.'
She admitted to initial hesitation before accepting. 'So I said, sir, do you really think I will do it? He said, yes, you will definitely do it. So then I took a little time, I thought that if I am getting this thing, and maybe this is a blessing,' she explained.
Faith Behind the Decision
Arora connected the career opportunity directly to her spiritual practice. 'Because I always go to the Hanuman temple every Tuesday. And I always pray that I will get what is my right. So maybe he has given me this role in the blessing,' she said. The actress framed the casting not merely as a professional milestone but as an answer to prayer.
Preparing to Play Sita
Describing her preparation, Arora said she approached the character with complete sincerity, immersing herself in the qualities traditionally associated with Mata Sita. 'I have tried to fulfill it completely on my own. Every trait of Sita Ma, her patience, sacrifice, every religion,' she said.
On the weight of audience expectations, she added: 'Every actor performs himself and gives his best. Now it is in the hands of the audience whether they accept it or not because they can like it or not. We as an actor, the character that has been given to us, whether we are doing justice to it or not, that is on us.'
About the Film
Shri Ramayan Katha, directed by Abhishek Singh, stars Dev Sharma as Shri Ram, Anjali Arora as Mata Sita, and Rajniesh Duggall as Ravan. The ensemble cast also includes Sheel Verma as Lakshman and Nirbhay Wadhwa as Hanuman. The film arrives in cinemas nationwide on 25 September 2026, just days away.
Point of View
Best known for reality television, in an iconic sacred role is the genuine story here; her sincerity in preparation is noted, but devotional films in India carry an exceptionally demanding audience contract that mainstream celebrity appeal alone does not fulfil.
NationPress
22 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Anjali Arora playing in Shri Ramayan Katha?
Anjali Arora is playing Mata Sita in Shri Ramayan Katha, a mythological film directed by Abhishek Singh releasing on 25 September 2026.
When does Shri Ramayan Katha release in cinemas?
Shri Ramayan Katha is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release on 25 September 2026.
Who else is in the cast of Shri Ramayan Katha?
The film stars Dev Sharma as Shri Ram, Rajniesh Duggall as Ravan, Sheel Verma as Lakshman, and Nirbhay Wadhwa as Hanuman, alongside Anjali Arora as Mata Sita.
Why does Anjali Arora believe the Sita role is a blessing?
Arora has said she visits a Hanuman temple every Tuesday and prays to receive what is meant for her. She believes the role was granted in response to those prayers, describing it as a blessing from Lord Ram and Hanuman.
How was Anjali Arora convinced to take on the role of Sita?
Director Abhishek Singh showed Arora an AI-generated image of her as Mata Sita during his pitch. After initially expressing surprise, she accepted the role, framing it as a divinely guided opportunity.
