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Kumar Vishwas calls writing lyrics for Ramayana a divine experience, shares BTS video with AR Rahman and Shreya Ghoshal

Kumar Vishwas thanked viewers for embracing the songs of Ramayana and engaging with the lyrics in a meaningful way.

Updated on: Nov 9, 2026, 21:54:50 IST
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Ramayana has been receiving praise from viewers ever since it released in theatres ahead of Diwali. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the lead roles. The film's lyricist, Dr Kumar Vishwas, has now penned a heartfelt note on the journey of being part of the process from the very beginning. He said that Ramayana felt as if God chose him for this journey.

Ramayana released in theatres on November 5.
Ramayana released in theatres on November 5.

The lyricist has written for all the songs that were composed by AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer. He shared a BTS video where the team was present inside the studio to collaborate on the songs and find the correct tune for each and every part. It showed the hours of dedication and hard work that went into creating the songs. Namit Malhotra, Nitesh Tiwari, Shreya Ghoshal and Vishal Dadlani were also seen in the BTS footage.

What Dr Kumar Vishwas wrote

In the caption, Kumar wrote, “Sometimes, I believe God chooses you for certain journeys Himself. Ramayana has never been just a film for me. I believe it is the blessing of all these years of devotion, faith, and surrender to Shri Ram. Thank you, Bhagwan Ram for choosing me to be a small part of something so extraordinary. What an experience it has been to work alongside some of the greatest creative minds of our time, to witness this vision come alive, and above all, to see the love with which you all have embraced my words.”

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is a two-part cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic. Ramayana is one of the world's oldest pieces of literature. It tells the story of Lord Rama, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu (played by Ranbir Kapoor), and his battle against the asura king Ravana (played by Yash) after the latter abducts his wife, Sita (played by Sai Pallavi). The cast also includes Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash, with music by AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer.

Reportedly mounted on a budget of ₹4,000 crore, the film is backed by Yash and Namit Malhotra and is planned as a two-part franchise. The first instalment is scheduled to release in theatres on November 5, 2026, with the second part expected to arrive around Diwali 2028.

 
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Santanu Das

Santanu Das is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over 5 years of experience, writing on films, pop culture and film festivals. He has a keen interest in writing about South Asian independent films and has covered several film festivals, including Sundance and CPH: Docx. He also brings a sharp perspective to the monthly column called The Fault in Our Stars, where he writes about a recent film/series and what stops the ‘good’ from becoming ‘great’. A gold medalist from Banaras Hindu University, Santanu completed his postgraduate studies in English from Jadavpur University. He is also a Rotten Tomatoes-certified film critic. When not watching films or speaking to celebrities, Santanu can be found reading a book. Some of his favourite films are Aparajito, Ponyo and The Double Life of Veronique. His favourite books include The Corrections, The God of Small Things and A Room of One's Own. Santanu continues to write passionately about films and celebrity culture. He brings a relatable, as well as critically informed, lens to entertainment and culture for a wide audience. Find him on LinkedIn: santanudasfilm Instagram: @santupecha

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