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Ramayana: Part 1 is now in cinemas (released 5 November 2026). Part 2 is planned for Diwali 2027.

Bharata

Regent of Ayodhya

Pahari painting of Bharata carrying Rama's sandals
Traditional depiction, not from the film. Bharata returning to Ayodhya with Rama’s padukas (mid-18th century). Photo: Guman / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain · Source
Kingdom
Ayodhya
Group
House of Raghu (Ayodhya)
Played by
Adinath Kothare
Movie part
Both Parts
Verified by multiple reports

In Valmiki's Ramayana

Bharata rejects the throne won for him by his mother. He goes to the forest to bring Rama back and, when Rama refuses, rules as regent with Rama’s sandals on the throne.

Importance in the narrative

Bharata rules Ayodhya only as Rama's regent, placing Rama's sandals on the throne.

Ramayana (2026)

Portrayal in the film

Adinath Kothare is reported to play Bharata. We have not seen this confirmed by the makers.

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Related characters

Prince of Ayodhya

Lord Rama

Played by Ranbir Kapoor

Rama's devoted brother

Lakshmana

Played by Ravi Dubey

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Frequently asked questions

Who plays Bharata in the Ramayana movie?

Adinath Kothare plays Bharata.

Who is Bharata in the Ramayana?

Bharata rules Ayodhya only as Rama's regent, placing Rama's sandals on the throne.