Lucknow: The Ayodhya Ramlila attracted more than 74 crore viewers across digital and broadcast platforms this year, reaching audiences in over 57 countries during its 10-day presentation held in Delhi from Oct 10 to 20.Featuring more than 211 artistes from across the world, the production combined theatrical performances, 3D technology and modern stagecraft to present the Ramayan to a global audience.According to a govt spokesperson, actor Ravi Kishan portrayed Lord Ram, while Miss Universe India Kezia Liz Mejo played Sita. Bindu Dara Singh appeared as Lord Shiva, Arun Bakshi as Ravana, Shahbaz Khan as Meghnad, Puneet Issar as Lord Parshuram and Raza Murad as Kumbhkaran.The organisers also reported an encouraging response to the Bal Ramlila, which was introduced this year.Subhash Malik, founder of the Ramlila Committee, said the initiative continued to expand its global outreach through digital platforms.According to figures shared by the organisers and Uttar Pradesh govt officials, annual viewership has grown steadily from 16 crore in 2020 to 20 crore in 2021, 25 crore in 2022, 40 crore in 2023, 41 crore in 2024, 62 crore in 2025 and more than 74 crore in 2026, reflecting the increasing popularity of the event in India and abroad.
