Rama Janma (1963) Review in 2025
Rama Janma is a 1963 Indian Telugu-language mythological drama film directed by Kamalakara Kameswara Rao, starring N. T. Rama Rao and Anjali Devi. The film is based on the Hindu epic Ramayana and tells the story of Lord Rama's birth and his journey to become the king of Ayodhya.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This film is suitable for family viewing, but some scenes may be too intense for young children.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching for fans of Indian mythology and classic Telugu cinema, but it may not be as engaging for modern audiences.
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The film begins with the story of King Dasaratha, who has three wives and four sons. The eldest son, Rama, is born to Queen Kausalya, and the king is overjoyed. However, the queen's jealousy of the other wives and their sons leads to a series of events that ultimately lead to Rama's exile to the forest. In the forest, Rama meets Sita, a beautiful princess, and falls in love with her. However, their happiness is short-lived, as Rama is forced to leave Sita behind and go to war against the demon king Ravana. The film ends with Rama's victory over Ravana and his return to Ayodhya, where he is crowned the king.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and faithful to the original Ramayana, but some scenes feel rushed and the pacing is uneven.
acting7.00/10
The acting is good, with N. T. Rama Rao delivering a strong performance as Lord Rama.
characters6.00/10
The characters are well-developed, but some of the supporting characters feel underutilized.
direction7.00/10
The direction is good, but some scenes feel overly dramatic and the editing could be tighter.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is excellent, with beautiful shots of the Indian countryside and impressive battle scenes.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The film's faithfulness to the original Ramayana, the beautiful cinematography, and N. T. Rama Rao's strong performance as Lord Rama.
Cons
The uneven pacing, some underutilized supporting characters, and the overly dramatic direction.
Notable Quotes
"Jaya jaya Rama, jaya jaya Rama"
"Sita, Sita, my love for you will never fade"
