Ramayana Returns to TV Amidst Adipurush Controversy: Repeat Telecast and Record Views

Ramanand Sagar's iconic television series, Ramayana, is set to be telecasted once again on TV. The historical show will air on Shemaroo TV starting from July 3. This decision comes amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the film Adipurush. Ramayana's repeat telecast during the COVID-19 lockdown had garnered record-breaking views, and viewers are expressing gratitude for the show's return.

Shemaroo TV shared a teaser clip of Ramayana on social media, announcing its re-telecast at 7:30 pm every day. Social media users have responded with various reactions, with many stating that revisiting Ramayana is a preferable choice over watching Adipurush. Viewers believe that watching Ramayana again will help them overcome the disappointment caused by Adipurush.

The repeat telecast of Ramayana during the lockdown had shattered numerous viewership records. On April 16, 2020, an episode featuring a fight between Laxman and Meghnath achieved a world record of 770 million views. This accomplishment was significant considering the plethora of content available on various OTT platforms at the time. Despite the availability of multiple options, audiences opted to watch Ramayana on TV.

When Ramayana originally aired, it captivated audiences to such an extent that there would be a hushed silence in every household during its broadcast. It created an atmosphere akin to a curfew outside people's homes. Ramanand Sagar, the creator of the show, couldn't have anticipated its monumental success. The actors who portrayed the characters in Ramayana were revered like deities by the audience.

Last year, the entire star cast of Ramayana, along with Ramanand Sagar's son, Prem Sagar, appeared on The Kapil Sharma Show. During the show, Prem Sagar shared an interesting anecdote about his late father. He mentioned that no one could have imagined that a man who worked as a peon, sold soap on the streets, became a journalist, and worked as an accountant would one day create a historic television series like Ramayana.