Actress Sonia Balani has opened up about her casting journey in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming epic film Ramayana. The actress revealed that she initially auditioned for the role of Soorpanakha but was eventually selected to portray Urmila, the wife of Lakshmana.
In a recent interaction, Sonia described getting the role of Urmila as an opportunity she had never imagined. She also explained why the character’s emotional journey became particularly meaningful to her.
Sonia Balani’s Unexpected Casting Journey
Sonia revealed that her first audition was for Soorpanakha. However, the casting team considered her for Urmila, and she received confirmation about the role within a day.
The actress said the unexpected change made the experience particularly memorable. She was excited to become part of a major cinematic adaptation of the Ramayana.
Why Urmila’s Character Matters to Her
Talking about Urmila, Sonia explained that she was drawn to the character’s emotional depth and personal sacrifices.
Urmila’s story is often discussed less than those of the epic’s central characters, but her contribution and strength remain important parts of the larger narrative.
Sonia believes that Urmila’s journey deserves attention because she represents a woman whose importance does not depend on being at the centre of every event.
Working With Nitesh Tiwari and Sai Pallavi
The actress also shared her experience of working with director Nitesh Tiwari and co-star Sai Pallavi.
She described the film’s production environment as organised and spoke positively about the preparation involved in bringing the epic’s characters to life.
Her comments have added another interesting perspective to the film’s casting and character development.
Ramayana Creates More Curiosity Among Audiences
With Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi portraying Sita and Yash appearing as Ravana, Ramayana features an extensive ensemble cast.
Sonia Balani’s comments have brought attention to Urmila’s role and the importance of exploring characters whose contributions are sometimes overlooked in traditional retellings.
The film continues to generate discussion as audiences wait for more details about its characters and cinematic presentation.
