‘Kacha Badam girl’, is all set to portray the revered Goddess Sita. (Photo: IG/Anjali Arora)
Anjali Arora, widely known as the viral ‘Kacha Badam girl’, is all set to portray the revered Goddess Sita in Abhishek Sharma’s upcoming mythological film, ‘Shree Ramayan Katha’, slated for Diwali 2026.
The film aims to offer a cinematic retelling of the timeless epic, focusing on Lord Ram’s emotional journey and life events.
The first look of Anjali as Sita has already been unveiled, showing her in a traditional saffron saree with minimal makeup, a red bindi, and gold accessories, holding a basket of fruits against a serene forest backdrop. The look represents the Aranya Kanda phase of the Ramayana, when Ram, Sita, and Lakshman faced 14 years of exile in the Dandaka forest.
While some fans praised Anjali Arora’s transformation and her fresh take on Sita, netizens expressed strong disapproval, arguing that her past viral controversies clash with the sacred and divine image of the character.
Critics highlighted her Kacha Badam dance fame and the resurfaced 19-minute video controversy, claiming these do not align with portraying Goddess Sita.
Some comments on social media were harsh, with phrases like “ab kachabadam bnegi Sita” and “Surpankha ke liye perfect hai ye”. Comparisons were also drawn to Sai Pallavi, cast as Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayan, who is seen as a more suitable choice for the role.
Anjali Arora has been the target of digital misinformation since August 2022 when a morphed explicit video falsely claimed to feature her.
Though the video was proven to be fake and AI-generated, it caused severe mental distress and affected her professional career, leading to the removal from projects.
In January 2024, she filed an FIR and defamation case against platforms that spread the content. Despite the legal victory, Anjali continues to face online abuse and harassment related to the fabricated clip. She has recently spoken out, expressing solidarity with other creators, like Payal Gaming and Sweet Zannat, facing similar false allegations.
Director Abhishek Sharma aims to bring a modern cinematic sensibility to the Ramayana while retaining its emotional and spiritual essence. With teasers released during Dussehra 2025, the film has already generated buzz, promising a grand portrayal of Lord Ram’s exile, challenges, and devotion.
Anjali Arora’s casting as Sita, despite controversy, underscores the director’s bold choice to present fresh talent in mythological cinema. Fans and critics alike are now watching closely to see how she embodies the revered goddess on screen.
Sofia Babu Chacko is a journalist with over five years of experience reporting on Indian politics, crime, human rights, gender issues, and stories about marginalized communities. She believes journalism plays a crucial role in amplifying unheard voices and bringing attention to issues that truly matter. Sofia has contributed articles to The New Indian Express, Youth Ki Awaaz, and Maktoob Media. She is also a recipient of the 2025 Laadli Media Awards for gender sensitivity. Beyond the newsroom, she is a music enthusiast who enjoys singing. Connect with Sofia on X: https://x.com/SBCism
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