Mumbai, November 11, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Actor Chetan Hansraj has revealed that transforming into Raja Mali for Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming epic Ramayana: Part 1 involved an elaborate four-hour make-up process every day, offering a glimpse into the extensive work behind the film’s visual scale.
In a post on Instagram, Chetan praised the artists and technical experts who helped bring his character to life, describing the film as a major collaborative effort involving specialists in make-up, action, movement, stunts and visual effects.
He credited make-up artist Virginia Holmes and her team with spending four hours daily sculpting the ancient and fearsome appearance of Raja Mali before he stepped onto the film’s performance-capture volume.
The actor also acknowledged action director and movement expert Terry Notary, saying they spent hours working on the physical movements and psychology of a demon king to ensure that every gesture conveyed menace.
Chetan praised stunt coordinator Ian Van Temperley and his team for designing the film’s action sequences, particularly the axe-fighting scenes. He also thanked animation supervisor Andrew Doucette for translating the captured performances into visual effects.
Describing the project as a historic cinematic undertaking, Chetan credited director Nitesh Tiwari for trusting him with the film’s opening sequence. He also thanked audiences for the response to his recent social media posts about the project.
Ramayana: Part 1, directed by Tiwari, is the first instalment of a planned two-part cinematic adaptation of the Hindu epic traditionally attributed to Valmiki. The first film follows the early part of Prince Rama’s life, covering his childhood and the events leading to his 14-year exile.
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