Sharad Kelkar has opened up about the pressure of voicing Yash’s Ravana in the Hindi version of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part One. The actor, known for some of Hindi cinema’s most memorable dubbing work, said the task was difficult because Yash had delivered a performance that demanded an equally powerful vocal match.
Speaking at the trailer launch of Kaali Kheti, Sharad praised Yash’s screen presence and craft. He said the KGF star’s interpretation of Ravana was so strong that dubbing for him required extra effort. The Hindi voice work has drawn attention since the film’s release, with many viewers discussing how the voice added weight to Ravana’s scenes.
Sharad Kelkar praises Yash’s Ravana performance
At the event, Sharad also recreated a dialogue from Ramayana with a playful twist. He said, “Teeno lokon mein sirf ek hie raj hoga, Kelkar raj,” drawing laughs from those present. He then shifted to a serious note and credited Yash for the impact of the character.
“I must give compliment to Yash. The way he has performed in the film, I think nobody could have done it. He is such a brilliant actor. Jis tarah se unhone kiya hai woh role, I think he is phenomenal. Isliye unko itna appreciation mil raha hai film ke andar,” Sharad said.
He added that Yash’s performance made the dubbing process challenging. “Mere ko thodi mushkil hui dub karne mein woh, because he was so good in the film. But, thank you, you all loved the film, and loved the voice,” he said.
Ramayana continues strong box office run
Ramayana: Part One, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The film has become one of the biggest talking points in recent Hindi cinema, not only for its scale but also for its casting and presentation of the epic.
As per industry reports cited in the reference, the film has crossed Rs 500 crore net in India within seven days. Its worldwide gross collection has reportedly moved close to Rs 935 crore, making it one of the year’s major theatrical performers.
Sharad has previously voiced leading stars in major pan-India films, including Prabhas in Baahubali and Baahubali 2. With Ramayana, his work once again underlines how crucial voice performance can be in dubbed versions, especially when the character carries the dramatic weight of Ravana.