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Deepika Padukone Takes on the Role of Shakti Shetty in Singham Again: A Possible Vibhishana Parallel?
Could Deepika Padukone’s character in Singham Again be a modern reinterpretation of Vibhishana from the Ramayan? This speculation arises after viewing the newly released trailer for the film, which hit screens on Monday. Directed by Rohit Shetty, the film presents a cadre of law enforcement heroes set against a narrative inspired by the epic Ramayan. Scheduled to launch during the Diwali festivities, the film features Ajay Devgn portraying a contemporary interpretation of Lord Ram, while Kareena Kapoor Khan plays his on-screen Sita, who finds herself abducted by a modern-day Raavan, portrayed by Arjun Kapoor.
The trailer introduces Deepika Padukone as Shakti Shetty, a police officer from Tamil Nadu, a detail evidenced by the Tamil script on her vehicle in her initial scene. Her character is depicted as an ardent admirer of Singham, yet not without her vulnerabilities. A powerful moment unfolds when Deepika’s character is seen grieving the loss of her comrades in a combat scenario, indicating a deeper emotional core to her role.
Several fans have pointed out that this scene parallels Vibhishana’s allegiance to Lord Ram in the Ramayan, suggesting that Shakti Shetty may indeed draw inspiration from this legendary character.
Watch the Singham Again trailer below:
With Singham Again, Deepika marks her entry into Rohit Shetty’s cinematic universe dedicated to the police genre. As indicated in the trailer, her character embodies the essence of a ‘Lady Singham’. The announcement of her participation came during the premiere of Cirkus, generating significant anticipation among fans.
The film features an impressive ensemble cast that includes Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, and Jackie Shroff, among others. Set for a Diwali release, Singham Again is poised for a fierce box office competition against Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, promising an exciting showdown for audiences.
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