The teaser for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has drawn mixed reactions, with many on social media comparing its VFX unfavorably to the “visually splendid” and “realistic” style of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan films. The comparison sparked a debate about the aesthetic quality of high-budget epics, with some users asserting that “not everyone is Mani Ratnam” when it comes to crafting a visually rich cinematic experience.
Many netizens praised Ponniyin Selvan for its grounded, authentic visual treatment, suggesting its use of real locations and aesthetic design superior to the CGI-heavy approach shown in the Ramayana teaser.
Although some fans loved the Ramayana teaser for its grandeur, others criticized the CGI, making the online debate a “battlefield” comparing it to past, better-received epic films.
Users noted that Mani Ratnam’s approach provided a more, grounded look, highlighting a preference for cinematic craftsmanship over mere technological advancement.
Another word for visually splendid: Magnificent, breathtaking, stunning, exquisite, spectacular, opulent.
Another word for “Not everyone is Mani Ratnam”. Not everyone has that director’s artistic vision, not everyone possesses that specific cinematic genius, not everyone can achieve that level of aesthetic quality.
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