At San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Yash, who will play Ravana in Ramayana, publicly backed Ranbir Kapoor’s casting as Lord Rama, praising his dedication and calling him a fabulous actor who has sacrificed much for the role. He argued that no actor can claim inherent virtue to play Lord Rama, and urged audiences to judge Ranbir after they watch the film, noting Ranbir’s intense preparation and fitness regime. Ranbir himself acknowledged initial apprehensions about taking on such a revered figure, framing the opportunity as a moral responsibility and an opportunity of a lifetime. The team—director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra—was present as panels and trailers highlighted the film’s ambitious scope and the transformative effort behind bringing Ramayana to the screen. While discussions surrounding casting have sparked debate, Yash emphasized the project’s broader significance for Indian cinema and its faithfulness to the epic’s vision. The coverage across multiple outlets underscores a shared message: Ramayana is positioned as India's dream project that hinges on collective storytelling beyond any single star.