Poonam Pandey has been in the news after her casting as Mandodari, wife of Ravana, in the iconic Lav Kush Ramlila staged at Delhi’s Red Fort. Her selection sparked controversy, with political and religious groups, including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), raising objections. Despite the criticism, the organisers of the Ramlila have confirmed that Pandey will not be replaced and will continue to perform in the play .

The Lav Kush Ramlila Committee has a long history of casting film actors from Mumbai in key roles, and Pandey, who has acted in Hindi and Punjabi films, approached the committee herself for the part. She will share the stage with Arya Babbar, reprising his role as Ravana, and is scheduled to arrive in Delhi on September 26, 2025, ahead o

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