Updated on: 23 April, 2024 02:16 PM IST |Shweta Shah
April 23 marks Hanuman Jayanti. We celebrate this day to commemorate the birth of the monkey god, which changed the fate of Indian mythology. A religious devotee of Lord Ram, Hanuman was known as the God of selflessness and strength. He played a crucial role in the Ramayana, which taught us how truth always triumphs over evil. On Hanuman Jayanti 2024, lets have a look at five actors who played the role of Lord Hanuman in movies and TV serials.
1. Dara Singh: Ramanand Sagar's Ramayana
He was probably the first actor to play the role of the Hindu god on television. Dara Singh became a household name at 56 when he played the role of Lord Hanuman in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayana.However, did you know, the actor initially rejected the part, and the reason will shock you? Read more about it here.
2. Danish Akhtar Saifi: Siya Ke Ram
The television actor gained overnight popularity for his incredible performance as Lord Hanuman in the TV serial Siya Ke Ram. The role was initially offered to Siddharth Shukla.
3. Ekagra Dwivedi: Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram
The child actor portrayed the role of young Hanuman in the television show. Ekagra's adorable looks and charming acting made him everyone's favorite.
4. Devdatta Nage: Adipurush
The actor, who predominantly works in Marathi cinema, donned the role of the monkey god in Om Raut's mythological drama, Adipurush. However, his dialogues were highly criticized.
