The revised date of release of Adipurush is June 16, 2023. This indicates that the time will not be used just to change the depiction of certain characters like Saif Ali Khan in the film, but also to give it a modern look. And it will cost an additional Rs. 100 crore — taking the budget to Rs. 600 crore for the making alone. The cost of releasing the movie will be extra.
The film came in for a lot of flak for the VFX which seemed to be of lower quality. Also, many VFX sequences were clear lifts from Hollywood movies.
“There were scenes copied from Hollywood biggies. The part where Ravan, played by Saif Ali Khan, arrives on a flying dragon is a clear lift from Game of Thrones. When Prabhas’s character Ram is sitting underwater and meditating, it brings to mind the Aquaman scene from DC comic books. Lord Hanuman looks much like King Kong. Also, Hela, Thor and Loki’s evil sister from Thor Ragnarok come to mind during Saif’s entry. The entire Vaanar Sena from the teaser of Adipurush seems to have been copy-pasted from the Hollywood film Rise Of Planet Of The Apes. These are sequences that everyone has seen in India and changing them will cost a truckload of money,” says a source.
A lot of the created effects will need to be scrapped and new graphics have to be made.
Another source says the makers are in consultation with experts in the Ramayana to get their point of view and ensure that there will be no problems after the next round of promotional material is launched on social media.
Meanwhile, a statement from the film’s makers explains the reason for the postponement.
“Adipurush is not a film, but a representation of our devotion to Prabhu Shri Ram and commitment towards Sanskriti and our history. In order to give a complete visual experience to the viewers, we need to give more time for the teams working on the film. We are committed to making a film India will be proud of.
Your support, love and blessings are what keep us going,” reads the statement issued by the director Om Raut.
