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Ramayana: Part 1 releases in cinemas on 5 November 2026. Advance bookings are open.

Sita

Princess of Mithila

Sita in the forest ashram: original Ramayana artwork, not a still from the film
Sita in the forest ashram (original artwork). Photo: Original artwork created for the Ramayana Movie theme · Original theme artwork (GPL-2.0-or-later, shipped with the theme)
Also known as
Janaki, Vaidehi, Maithili
Kingdom
Mithila, Ayodhya
Group
Mithila
Played by
Sai Pallavi
Movie part
Both Parts
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In Valmiki's Ramayana

Sita is the daughter of King Janaka of Mithila, found as an infant in a furrow of the earth. She marries Rama after he breaks Shiva’s bow at her swayamvara.

She insists on sharing Rama’s exile, and her abduction by Ravana sets the war in motion. Her courage and resolve while held captive in Lanka are among the epic’s most celebrated passages.

Importance in the narrative

Sita chooses to follow Rama into exile and is abducted by Ravana. Her steadfastness in captivity in Lanka is central to the story.

Ramayana (2026)

Portrayal in the film

Sai Pallavi plays Sita, as announced by the makers. Rhyah Narasimhan is reported to play young Sita.

Sai Pallavi at the Ramayana special event, September 2026 Sai PallaviView full profile

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Frequently asked questions

Who plays Sita in the Ramayana movie?

Sai Pallavi plays Sita.

Who is Sita in the Ramayana?

Sita chooses to follow Rama into exile and is abducted by Ravana. Her steadfastness in captivity in Lanka is central to the story.