The Cinematic Clash: Rishab Shetty’s Jai Hanuman Vs Sunny Deol’s Hanuman
An upcoming box-office battle features two distinct cinematic portrayals of Lord Hanuman. Rishab Shetty stars in Prasanth Varma's traditional take in Jai Hanuman, while Sunny Deol plays a contemporary version in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming Ramayana adaptation, both drawing significant industry and audience attention.
Highlights
- •Two major films featuring Lord Hanuman are gearing up for a high-profile release clash.
- •Rishab Shetty portrays a traditional version in Jai Hanuman, while Sunny Deol adopts a contemporary look for Ramayana.
- •Jai Hanuman is a sequel within Prasanth Varma’s superhero universe, focusing on the deity in the Kaliyug era.
- •Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana production is utilizing advanced CGI and visual effects to bring the character to life.
A cinematic clash involving two depictions of Lord Hanuman is currently generating significant buzz within the film industry. The upcoming releases of Rishab Shetty’s Jai Hanuman and the character portrayal by Sunny Deol in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana have set the stage for an intriguing box-office rivalry between these two distinct projects.
Comparing Cinematic Approaches to Hanuman
The two films adopt notably different creative directions regarding the mythological figure. Rishab Shetty, working under the direction of Prasanth Varma, maintains a more traditional aesthetic for his portrayal. In contrast, Sunny Deol’s version in the upcoming Ramayana is described as having a more contemporary visual style. Furthermore, the financial aspects surrounding the casting have drawn attention, with reports indicating that Rishab Shetty received a significant remuneration—approaching 100 crore rupees—reflecting his status in the South Indian film industry. Sunny Deol, meanwhile, is reported to have received a compensation in the range of 25 to 30 crore rupees, as his role in the broader Ramayana ensemble is not the primary focus of that specific film.
Jai Hanuman is positioned as a direct sequel to the 2024 superhero film HanuMan. As a core component of Prasanth Varma’s expanding superhero cinematic universe, the narrative is set to move away from human protagonists to center directly on the mythological deity. The story is expected to explore Lord Hanuman’s existence during the age of ‘Kaliyug’ as he fulfills a sacred vow. The project is backed by Mythri Movie Makers and presented by T-Series, ensuring a massive production scale.
Production and Visual Ambitions
To achieve the monumental scale required for such a character, the Ramayana production directed by Nitesh Tiwari is relying heavily on sophisticated CGI and advanced visual effects. This technical approach aims to blend Sunny Deol’s expressive face, distinct mannerisms, and powerful voice with a digitally enhanced physical presence. The anticipation for this look remains high, especially following the initial fan reactions when early promotional material released on Hanuman Jayanti did not disclose the actor's appearance. As both projects prepare for their respective release windows, audiences are keenly watching to see how these different creative interpretations of Lord Hanuman will resonate on the big screen.
