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Ramayana English Trailer Uses AI Lip Sync for Global Release
The makers of Ramayana have released an English-language trailer using Brahma AI to match dubbed dialogue with the actors’ lip movements. Hindustan Times reports that the technology has impressed viewers, including some…
The Story in Brief
The makers of Ramayana have released an English-language trailer using Brahma AI to match dubbed dialogue with the actors’ lip movements. Hindustan Times reports that the technology has impressed viewers, including some seeing Indian mythology on screen for the first time. The trailer features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana, with Airavata, Lord Indra’s flying elephant, also drawing attention.
The outlets differ on the voices. NDTV reports that the makers hired voice actors instead of asking the film’s cast to dub the English version. Hindustan Times says the actors appear to have dubbed the lines themselves, while leaving open the use of AI voice matching. Some viewers praised the sync, while others wanted American or British accents. The first part releases on November 6.
The Indian Opinion
The loudest claims are already splitting into two lazy camps: that AI has made the English trailer superior, or that an Indian accent alone will sink it abroad. Neither follows from online reactions. Lip sync can improve immersion, but voice quality, emotional delivery and cultural context still matter. The useful test is wider viewing beyond fan comments: will non-Indian audiences stay engaged with the full film after its November 6 release?
Sources (2): ndtv.com, hindustantimes.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
