Popular actors who played Ram

Popular Actors who played Ram

By Vaishnavi Gavankar | July 2, 2025

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Prabhas portrayed Ram in the 2023 film Adipurush. His performance was highly anticipated, bringing a contemporary portrayal of the character, enhanced by visual effects to a global audience.

Prabhas

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Gurmeet Choudhary starred as Ram in the 2008 television series Ramayan, which was noted for its modern production values and strong performances, helping to revive interest in the epic.

Gurmeet Choudhary

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Jr NTR played Lord Ram in 1997 film Bala Ramayanam that won the National Award for Best Children’s Film

Jr NTR

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Legendary actor Jeetendra portrayed Lord Ram in Luv Kush which released in 1997. Arun Govil played Lakshman in this film.

Jeetendra

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Manoj Bajpayee portrayed Ram in Ramayana: The Epic (2010), an animated film. His youthful depiction added a fresh take on the classic character, making it appealing to a new generation.

Manoj Bajpayee

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In Ram Siya Ke Luv Kush (2019), Himanshu Soni portrayed Ram, receiving praise for his portrayal of the character’s righteousness and depth, contributing to the show’s success.

Himanshu Soni

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Siraj Mustafa Khan is known for his role of Ram in Jai Hanuman that aired from 1997 to 2000.

Siraj Mustafa Khan

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Gagan Malik played Ram in Ramayan: Sabke Jeevan Ka Aadhar (2012), a highly acclaimed adaptation known for its grand sets and engaging storytelling.

Gagan Malik

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Aashiesh Sharrma played Ram in Siya Ke Ram (2015), a popular adaptation that focused on Ram’s character while also highlighting Sita’s perspective, earning critical acclaim for its storytelling.

Aashiesh Sharrma

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