Video Editor: Mohd Irshad Alam
As Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath organises the biggest Diwali celebrations in Ayodhya with all necessary arrangements in place, a grand reception was given to ‘Rams’ and ‘Sitas’ in Ayodhya.
But to be selected as the ‘Ram and Sita couple’ who would get to descend from the ‘pushpak viman’ (helicopter), several pairs of ‘Rams’ and ‘Sitas’ had to walk down the ramp for weeks.
Auditions were held for selecting the perfect Ram and Sita in Ayodhya. Hundreds walked down the ramp to play the role of Lord Ram and Sita on Diwali in Ayodhya.
The priests of Ayodhya were angered by how their faith and a legend was misused for the purpose of entertainment. They believe that ‘Rams’ and ‘Sitas’ should not have resorted to a catwalk ahead of Ramleela.
During the auditions, not just the walk and makeup, but also the attitude, smile and mannerisms of the participants were scrutinised.
Of all the contestants, the top 25 contestants were selected in the auditions held in Lucknow. The final round of auditions were held in Ayodhya were the winners were decided.
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