Raghav Juyal's surprise entry as Meghnad towards the end of Ramayana: Part 1 gets fans excited for Part 2 Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 has come as a surprise in the casting department with Raghav Juyal's brief but striking appearance as Meghnad, Ravana's eldest son. The actor's introduction, which was kept under wraps until the movie is released, comes at the climax and gives the audience the first glimpse of the formidable warrior. Though Raghav gets only a few seconds of screen time, his fierce look and intense expressions have grabbed the attention of the fans. Social media is already buzzing with praise for the casting, and viewers are excited to see his expanded role in Ramayana: Part 2, coming out in 2028. Raghav's connection with Ramayana was known, but the details of his role were not revealed by the makers. He appears as Meghnad (also called Indrajit) near the end of Part 1, when the mystery is finally solved. The glimpse is said to last only four or five seconds, but it leaves its mark. His character Meghnad, is a fierce warrior, with kohl-rimmed eyes and an intense look. In the sequence, he has no dialogue and introduces the character through his appearance and expressions. Raghav is known for his dance and comic timing and has slowly made a name for himself as an actor with titles like Kill and Bads of Bollywood. His avatar as Ravana's powerful son gives a different perspective to the audience. While revealing his character on Instagram, Raghav wrote, "We've watched him rise, evolve and surprise us at every step. And now, it's time to witness Raghav Juyal in a never-seen-before avatar. Meghnad is coming. And the world is not ready." Raghav Juyal's Meghanad is already leaving fans curious Raghav's cameo has been met with tremendous appreciation on social media. The cast was liked by a lot of viewers, and some were excited to see him in a much bigger role in the sequel. One fan described him as "absolutely perfect for the role of Meghanada," while another shared their excitement with the comment, "Crying, screaming, oh my God." A viewer recalled shouting upon spotting the actor on screen and added that they were already waiting for Part 2. Other comments included "Raghav is gonna kill it again" and "Raghav's time is on fire." The reply indicates that a brief introduction has already generated some interest in the character. Meghnad, or Indrajit, the eldest son of Ravana and Mandodari, is the crown prince of Lanka. He was one of the most powerful warriors in the epic and won the name Indrajit after defeating Indra, the king of the gods. Meghnad, an expert in warfare, celestial weapons, and illusion, proves to be a formidable opponent in the battle of Lanka. He uses the Nagpash to tie up Rama and Lakshmana, then hits Lakshmana with the powerful Shakti weapon and knocks him unconscious. This episode is followed by Hanuman's journey to fetch the Sanjeevani herb. The war starts, and in the end Meghnad is killed by Lakshmana. So Meghnad became a central character in the larger conflict of the epic. Part 1 gives only a brief introduction to Meghnad, but Raghav is expected to play a more prominent role in the sequel, due for release in 2028. The first instalment also has a post-credit scene featuring Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. His face is mostly hidden, but the strong image sets up the character's significance in the following chapter. Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshmana. The film has given audiences a glimpse of the characters who will be central to the next phase of the epic. A cinema enthusiast with over 12 years of experience, I bring a deep love for storytelling in all its forms—whether it’s timeless black-and-white clas... View More