In a recent announcement, Bollywood producer Madhu Mantena has stirred the entertainment industry with claims surrounding the Intellectual Property (IP) rights of the much-anticipated film, Ramayana. Through a public notice distributed via trade channels, Mantena revealed that negotiations with Prime Focus Technologies regarding the transfer of these rights have yet to materialize into a formal agreement. The proposed deal, encompassing the script and associated materials of the epic saga Ramayana, remains pending.
This revelation has sparked intrigue and speculation within the industry, particularly considering Mantena’s prior involvement in the project. Earlier reports had suggested Mantena’s collaboration with director Nitesh Tiwari for a retelling of Ramayana, only for financial concerns to intervene.
Amidst ongoing uncertainty surrounding the film’s fate, Mantena has emphasized his ownership of the Ramayan project rights. His assertion arrives amidst anticipation for further updates on the project.
The situation has garnered attention, with industry insiders and fans eagerly awaiting developments. As the contractual dispute unfolds, all eyes remain on Bollywood’s highly anticipated cinematic endeavor, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, Vijay Sethupathi, Lara Dutta, Arun Govil, and others. The Nitesh Tiwari-directed film is currently in production.
