Actor Yash, who portrays Lankesh (Ravana) in the much-anticipated epic 'Ramayana', has revealed an unusual on-set ritual he adopted to inhabit the character — blasting devotional songs of Lord Shiva at full volume through large speakers, transforming the atmosphere of the shoot entirely.

The Method Behind the Music

Speaking at the San Diego Comic-Con 2026, where the 'Ramayana' team made a high-profile appearance, Yash described how music became his primary tool for entering Lankesh's psychological space. 'I kind of spoiled the whole atmosphere of the set. I used to be very serious. I used to get big speakers and just play music at full volume. So, I used to be in that zone. I used to play Shiva songs,' he said.

He elaborated further: 'Ravana is a big devotee of Lord Shiva. I used to play that and I wanted to be in that trance. Forcefully, all of them would talk with a lot of difficulty because the music used to be so loud.' The approach, unconventional by any measure, underscores the depth of preparation Yash brought to one of Indian mythology's most layered antagonists.

Why Ravana's Devotion to Shiva Mattered

The creative logic is rooted in scripture — Ravana is widely regarded in Hindu tradition as one of the most ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, a paradox that makes the character far more complex than a conventional villain. By immersing himself in Shiva bhajans, Yash sought to access that spiritual contradiction at the core of Lankesh's identity. This approach mirrors the method-acting tradition of total sensory immersion, adapted to a deeply Indian cultural context.

Ramayana's Road to Release

The film had been building momentum with a high-profile event titled 'Pratham Sankalp' held in New Delhi, which served as a ceremonial trailer preview and marked the first public gathering of the film's principal cast. The event was described as the symbolic beginning of Ramayana's journey 'from Bharat to the World.'

A notable moment from the evening saw actor Ranbir Kapoor — who plays Lord Ram in the film — touching the feet of veteran actor Sunny Deol and celebrated poet Kumar Vishwas, a gesture widely seen as a mark of respect bridging generations of Indian cinema and culture.

Trailer Launch Delayed Amid Student Protests

The film's official trailer launch, originally scheduled for 24 July, was postponed following nationwide student protests that demanded the resignation of then-Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan. The production team deferred the launch in deference to the charged national mood, with a revised date yet to be confirmed.

With its Comic-Con showcase and a cast that spans multiple generations of Indian cinema, 'Ramayana' is shaping up as one of the most ambitious mythological productions in Bollywood history. All eyes now turn to the rescheduled trailer launch and, eventually, the film's theatrical release.