Ramayan (1987)
1987 – 1988 · TV show · 1 seasons · 78 episodes · 30 min
Ramayan is a highly successful and phenomenally popular Indian epic television series created, written, and directed by Ramanand Sagar. The 78 episode series originally aired weekly on Doordarshan from 25 January 1987, to 31 July 1988, on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. IST. It is a television adaptation of the ancient Indian Hindu religious epic of the same name and is primarily based on Valmiki's Ramayan and Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas. It is also partly derived from portions of Kamban's Ramavataram and other works.
Written byRamanand Sagar
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In the United States, Ramayan is not on a streaming service right now. Created by Ramanand Sagar. Starring Arun Govil, Deepika Chikhalia, Sunil Lahri and Arvind Trivedi. Rated 9.0 on IMDb from 28,359 votes.
- Rank in its year
- #4 · of 81 TV shows from 1987
- Rated higher than
- 98% · of the catalogue's TV shows (Adventure)
- IMDb rating
- 9.0/10 · 28,359 votes
Cast
Arun GovilRam
Deepika ChikhaliaSita
Dara Singh RandhawaHanuman
Vijay AroraIndrajit (Meghanad)Details
- Original language
- Hindi
- Country of origin
India- Network
- DD National
- Created by
- Ramanand Sagar
- Production company
- Sagar Pictures Entertainment
- Format
- Scripted
- Status
- Ended
Episodes
Season 178 episodes · 1987 · ★ 8.9Episode guide →
1. Birth and childhood of Lord Ram1 February 1987 · 30 minThe saga of Ramayan Gods' Prayers to Lord Vishnu King Dashrath's yagna invoking blessings for a son Birth and childhood of Shri Ram★ 7.62. Rama going to Gurukul8 February 1987 · 30 minChildhood of Shri Ram Thread Ceremony of Shri Ram Fundamental education imparted Shri Ram in Gurukul★ 8.03. Continuing Gurukul15 February 1987 · 30 minContinuation of education in Gurukul
Vedanta Invocating praises to Lord Shiv Culmination of education in Gurukul★ 8.14. Vishwamitra comes to Ayodhya and Ram kills Taraka Rakshasi22 February 1987 · 30 minReturn To Ayodhya Vishwamitra requests King Dashrath for his son Ram to accompany him Ram slays Tadka Vishwamitra bestows divine weapons upon Ram Warfare of Ram and Lakshman with Subahu and Mareech★ 8.25. Ganga Redemption of Ahilya1 March 1987 · 30 minShri Ram and Lakshman proceed to Mithila Story to the origin of the Ganga Redempion
of Ahilya Shri Ram and Lakshman walk through the streets of Mithila★ 7.96. Ram meets Sita8 March 1987 · 30 minJanak welcomes Vishwamitra, Ram and Lakshman Shri Ram and Lakshman serve
Vishwamitra Shri Ram and Sita behold one another in the royal garden★ 8.07. Sita's Swayamvara15 March 1987 · 30 minSita Swayamvar Kings' efforts to lift the Shiv Dhanush Guru Vishwamitra orders Shri Ram to go forth Episode 8: Shri Ram breaks the Shiv Dhanush Sita garlands Ram Parshuram arrives and admits defeat.★ 8.28. Sita's swayamvar and Parasuram22 March 1987 · 30 minShri Ram breaks the Shiv Dhanush. Sita garlands Ram. Parshuram arrives and admits defeat:★ 8.49. Marriage Preparations29 March 1987 · 30 minJanak's message to King Dashrath. Marriage procession welcomed in Janakpuri The four brothers are married to the daughters of Janak and his brother★ 7.710. Ram and Sita's Marriage5 April 1987 · 30 minThe event of the marriage of Shri Ram with Sita★ 7.711. Sita's arrival at Ayodhya12 April 1987 · 30 minJanak's paternal affection for Sita Sita's departure from Mithila The four daughters-in-law are welcomed in Ayodhya★ 7.912. Discussion on Dasharatha's heir19 April 1987 · 30 minDeparture of Guru Vishwamitra from Ayodhya King Dashrath decides to appoint Shri Ram as his heir Proclamation of this decision in town Manthra's opposition to the
proclamation★ 7.913. Rajyabhishek26 April 1987 · 30 minCelebrations mark the proclamation of Shri Ram as heir to the throne Manthra provokes Kaikayee Kaikayee gets into a rage★ 8.114. Kaikeyi Demands Her Boons3 May 1987 · 30 minKing Dashrath also gets into an angry state of mind Kaikayee requests for two wishes King Dasharath relents to his promise Bharath is hailed as future king & Shri Ram is sent to forest in exile★ 8.415. Preparing for the Journey to the Forest10 May 1987 · 30 minJourney to the forest Sita & Lakshman also resolve to go to forest★ 8.416. Departing Ayodhya17 May 1987 · 30 minJourney to the forest King Dasharath gets perturbed and denounces Kaikayee as his wife The Grief stricken people accompany Shri Ram's chariot While the people are asleep, on the banks of Tamshe, Shri Ram leaves★ 8.317. Meeting Nishadraj Guha24 May 1987 · 30 minShri Ram welcomed by Nishadraj Shri Ram & Lakshman don the sages robes A boat is arranged for crossing the Ganga★ 7.918. Bharadwaja's Ashram31 May 1987 · 30 minAfter fulfilling the condition of Khibet, they cross the Ganga They arrive at rishi Bhardwaj's ashram They take leave of Nishadraj & proceed to Chitrakoot★ 7.919. Valmiki's Ashram and Chitrakoot7 June 1987 · 30 minShri Ram & Lakshman in Valmiki's ashram They build their hut in Chitrakoot Their stay in Chitrakoot★ 7.920. King Dasharath's Death14 June 1987 · 30 minSumant returns to Ayodhya alone King Dasharath mourns the separation with his son He remembers Shravan Kumar's father's curse King Dasharath breathes his last★ 8.221. Bharath Returns to Ayodhya21 June 1987 · 30 minIn Nanihal, Bharath's premonition saddens him Bharath & Shatrughan return to Ayodhya★ 8.322. Bharath rejects to become King28 June 1987 · 30 minBharath performs King Dasharath's last rites Bharath rejects his coronation Bharath decideds to crown Shri Ram in the forest and return with him★ 8.323. Ram meets Bharat5 July 1987 · 30 minBharath & Shatrughan are accompanied by the gurus, the queens & the people of the forest They reach the outskirts of the territory of Nishadraj After meeting Muni Bharadwaj,★ 8.524. Bharat Milap12 July 1987 · 30 minLakshman gets angry on receiving the news of Bharaths arrival in the forest Reunion of Shri Ram & Bharath On hearing the sad news,★ 8.725. Bharath returns to Ayodhya with Ramas Shoes19 July 1987 · 30 minIn Chitrakoot, King Janak conducts a meeting to plead with Shri ram to return to Ayodhya Bharath returns to Ayodhya with Shri Rams 'Paduka'★ 8.626. Ramas Shoes installed on the throne of Ayodhya26 July 1987 · 30 minBharath also dons the sages robe & rules Ayodhya as Shri Rams representative In Nandigram, Shri Rams Paduka is installed on the throne of Ayodhya★ 9.327. Sita meets Atri & mother Anusuiya2 August 1987 · 30 minSita meets Atri & mother Anusuiya Shri Ram, Lakshman & Sita arrive at Sage Sharbhang's ashram★ 9.328. Dandakaranya9 August 1987 · 30 minIn Dandakaranya, seeing the bones of the sages, Shri Ram vows to take revenge on the demons Shri ram meets Sage Sutikshna Shri Ram meets Maharshi Agastya & receives divine weapons from him★ 9.329. First meeting with Jatayu, Sita in Panchavadi16 August 1987 · 30 minFirst meeting with Jatayu Shri Ram, Lakshman & Sita decide to stay in Panchavati Shurpanaka's attempt to charm Shri Ram Lakshman cuts off Shurpanakas nose★ 9.430. Shurpanaka Encounter23 August 1987 · 30 minShurpanaka provokes her brothers, Demons Khar & Dooshan Single handed Shri Ram kills Khar & Dooshan & destroys their army Shurpanaka laments in Ravans court★ 9.431. Kidnap Plan by Raavan30 August 1987 · 30 minRavan decides to kidnap Sita Mareech reluctantly becomes golden deer Shri Ram, at Sitas behest, goes after the deer★ 9.332. Sita Haran6 September 1987 · 30 minMareech mimics Shri Rams voice & calls Lakshman Sita compels Lakshman to go Ravan kidnaps Sita Shri Ram & Lakshman are upset★ 9.433. Shri Ram & Lakshman meet wounded Jatayu13 September 1987 · 30 minShri Ram & Lakshman meet wounded Jatayu In Lanka, Ravan send Sita to Ashoka Vatika★ 9.334. Shri Ram & lakshman reach Shabaris ashram20 September 1987 · 30 minIn forest Shri Ram kills Khabanda Shri Ram & lakshman reach Shabaris ashram Shabari is overwhelmed as she meets her lord★ 9.235. Hanuman meets Shri Ram27 September 1987 · 30 minSugriv notices two strangers & sends Hanuman Hanuman recognizes Shri Ram and happily carries the two brothers to the top of the hill to Sugriv★ 9.236. Friendship between Shri Ram & Sugriv Shri Ram4 October 1987 · 30 minFreindship between Shri Ram & Sugriv Shri Ram sees Sitas jewels & becomes emotional He promises Vali for persecuting Sugriv★ 9.337. Sugriv tells Shri Ram about Bali11 October 1987 · 30 minSugriv tells Shri Ram the cause of the misunderstanding★ 9.338. Ram kills Vaali18 October 1987 · 30 minShri Ram convinces Sugriv of his strength & removes his doubts Fight between Sugriv & Bali Bali is killed by Shri Ram.★ 9.239. Sugriv becomes king25 October 1987 · 30 minSugriv is repentant and in tears. Bali consoles him and tells him that his first and formost duty is to help Shri Ram find his consort. Tara, Bali's wife and Angad arrive. Tara falls on the ground and clasping Bali, set…★ 9.240. Sugriv and Angad come to Shri Ram for his blessings1 November 1987 · 30 minAfter the coronation Sugriv and Angad come to Shri Ram for his blessings. Shri Ram suggests that the search for Sita should start after the monsoon. During the rains, Shri Ram broods over Sita's predicament and waits imp…★ 9.141. Lakshman enters Kishikindha in a fury8 November 1987 · 30 minLakshman enters Kishikindha in a fury. Angad goes and informs Hanuman who requests Tara to go and allay Lakshman's wrath. Tara is able to take away the edge of Lakshman's anger and Hanuman tells Lakshman that Sugriv has …★ 9.342. Search for Sita15 November 1987 · 30 minPassing through a desert, fainting with hunger and thirst, Angad and others notice a cave from which birds come out with their wings wet. They conclude that there is water inside the cave. They enter the dark cave and re…★ 9.243. Jambubant reminds Hanuman of his dormant strength22 November 1987 · 30 minJambubant reminds Hanuman of his dormant strength. Hanuman's figure begins to enlarge. From Mahendra Parbat he leaps and flies over the sea. On the way, he politely refuses Mainak's offer to rest and outwits Surasa. Sudd…★ 9.344. Hanuman meets Sita in Ashok Vatika29 November 1987 · 30 minIn Ashok Vatika, Hanuman hides in the branches of the tree under which Sita is seated. Ravan arrives and tries his best to coax Sita to accept him. Insulted by her refusal, Ravan draws his sword 'Chandrika' when Queen Ma…★ 9.245. Hanuman ravages Ashok Vatika6 December 1987 · 30 minWith Sita's permission, Hanuman eats the fruits of Ashok Vatika and ravages the garden. He fights the guards and kills Jambumati. Akshoykumar, one of Ravan's sons, is killed by Hanuman. The news reaches Ravan and he send…★ 9.446. Lanka Dahan13 December 1987 · 30 minHanuman is brought to Ravan's court in bondage, He tells Ravan that he is a messenger of Shri Ram and advises Ravan to seek refuge at Shri Ram's feet. Ravan, enraged by his words, orders that he should be killed forthwit…★ 9.347. Hanuman takes leave of Sita20 December 1987 · 30 minThe courtiers discuss the situation in the court and Ravan tells Indrajit to order Vishwakarma to repair the damage done by Hanuman immediately. Hanuman takes leave of Sita and goes back with her blessings. He meets Shr…★ 9.248. Shri Ram meets Sugriv and his vanar Sena27 December 1987 · 30 minShri Ram meets Sugriv and his vanar Sena. Hanuman gives an account of Ravan's army and the security of Lanka. Shri Ram, with the permission of Sugriv, organizes the army. They march under the star of triumph 'Uttar Phalg…★ 9.249. Ravan summons his council3 January 1988 · 30 minRavan summons his council. The members of the assembly in one voice, praise the prowess of Ravan and declare that Shri Ram is no match for them. Only Bibhishan pleads with him to send Sita back to Shri Ram. He finally fa…★ 9.350. Bibhishan meets Shri Ram10 January 1988 · 30 minBibhishan flies with his four ministers and arrives at the camp of Shri Ram. He says to the Vanar chiefs: "I'm Bibhishan, the brother of Ravan, I have come to take refuge at Shri Ram's feet." Sugriv reports this to Shri …★ 9.351. Sukh meets Sugriv17 January 1988 · 30 minRavan discusses the matter with his courtiers and sends Sukh to seduce Sugriv from his loyalty to Shri Ram. Sukh meets Sugriv and says: "You are a king and Ravan is another. Earn his friendship instead of risking your li…★ 9.252. Ram Setu bandhan24 January 1988 · 30 minPrior to the construction of the bridge as suggested by the Sea-God Varun, Shri Ram worships Lord Shiva and seeks his blessings. Shri Ram then orders Nal and Neel to construct the bridge. The monkeys, under the supervisi…★ 9.353. The construction of the bridge is completed31 January 1988 · 30 minThe construction of the bridge is completed and Shri Ram crosses the bridge with his army. He reaches the shore of the sea and says. "Let the army camp here since there are groves and fruit trees in abundance." When Rava…★ 9.254. Queen Mandodari begs Ravan7 February 1988 · 30 minQueen Mandodari begs Ravan not to fight with Shri Ram. She advises him to surrender and return Sita to Ram. But Ravan, proud as he is says: "Is there any warrior in the world my equal?" He then sends two spies, Suka and …★ 9.155. Shri Ram surveys Lanka14 February 1988 · 30 minShri Ram surveys Lanka and admires its beauty. Suddenly, Sugriv leaps up as he notices Ravan on the tower of Lanka. He knocks off Ravan's crown. The two wrestle. Sugrive returns to Shri Ram as Ravan resorts to magic. Shr…★ 9.256. Army surrounds Lanka21 February 1988 · 30 minSugrive tells Shri Ram that the army has completely surrounded Lanka. Shri Ram says that Ravan should be given one last chance. He, therefore, sends Angad as an ambassador to Ravan's court, with a message, "Tell Ravan, i…★ 9.357. Angad tells Ravan to surrender himself28 February 1988 · 30 minAngad tells Ravan that his father Vali, had asked him to serve Shri Ram. He then asks Ravan to surrender himself. Ravan asks his men to capture Angad. Angad puts his foot down, challenging Ravan's men to lift it. All, in…★ 9.358. Queen Mandodari appeals to Ravan6 March 1988 · 30 minQueen Mandodari appeals to Ravan to listen to the advice of his elders. She tells him that this is the last night to decide and begs him to accept the terms of peace. Ravan brags of his power. Mandodari reminds him that …★ 9.259. Battle Starts13 March 1988 · 30 minAt the battlefield, Sugriv reports to Shri Ram that Hanuman has killed Durmukh. Hanuman comes and reports that Lakshman has killed Prahast. The news reaches Ravan's court. Indrajit seeks permission to fight. However Maka…★ 9.360. Ravan comes to the battlefield20 March 1988 · 30 minRavan comes to the battlefield and fights with Sugriv and Lakshaman. Finally, Shri Ram confronts Ravan. It is a glorious fight to watch. Shri Ram completely disarms Ravan and tells him to go back as it is against the eth…★ 9.361. Kumbhakaran27 March 1988 · 30 minRavan sends his men to Kumbhakaran's palace to wake him up from his deep sleep. They take mountains of food for him and try to awaken him with their shouts, drums and trumpets. At last, Kumbhakaran gets up and has his me…★ 9.362. Kumbhkarn vadh3 April 1988 · 30 minKumbhakaran comes to the battlefield, furious. Bibhishan tells Shri Ram that Kumbhakarna is Ravan's brother and tells him about the boon of Brahm for which Kumbhakarna sleeps for six months, wakes up for a single day and…★ 9.463. Atitkaya, Devantak, Narantak and Trishira10 April 1988 · 30 minRavan is visibly shaken, when the news of Kumbhakaran's death reaches him. Indrajit wants to go to the battlefield, but his brothers Atitkaya, Devantak, Narantak and Trishira insist that they will go first. Atikaya chall…★ 9.364. Lakshman fights with Atikaya17 April 1988 · 30 minLakshman fights with Atikaya. Each sends an arrow which is nullified by the other. Atikaya goes up into the sky on his chariot. Hanuman takes Lakshman up on his shoulder. They continue their fight in the sky. Lakshman in…★ 9.365. Ram & Lakshman Bound bu Indrajit's Nagapasha24 April 1988 · 30 minBibishan talks about Indrajit's valor and his many 'sidhis'. Indrajit comes to the battlefield. Lakshman fights with him, with Shri Ram's blessings. Bibhishan begs Shri Ram to help Lakshman as Indrajit's strength will in…★ 9.366. Ravan congratulates Indrajit1 May 1988 · 30 minRavan congratulates Indrajit on his wonderful success. When Sita hears about the mishap, she is in deep sorrow and Trijata consoles. As sugriv and the others are worried about their Lord, the great bird Garuda comes into…★ 9.367. Laxman get injured by Indrajit's 'shakti' weapon.8 May 1988 · 30 minIndrajit swoops down on Shri Ram's army and challenges Lakshman, who comes with Shri Ram's blessings. Indrajit hurls his Shakti baan and Lakshman falls unconscious. Ravan and Malyavan congratulate Indrajit, who boasts th…★ 9.368. Sushen Vaidya15 May 1988 · 30 minAs suggested by Bibhishan, Hanuman flies to Lanka and carries Sushen Vaidya, the royal physician on his back. Sushen Vaidya examines Lakshman and says that his life can be saved, if someone can bring a herb called Sanjee…★ 9.369. Sanjeevani22 May 1988 · 30 minAs Hanuman gets into the lake he is attacked by a crocodile. Hanuman drags the crocodile out of the water, which becomes a Dvkanya. She had become a crocodile because of a curse. She thanks Hanuman and tells him that the…★ 9.370. Indrajit goes to perform a tantrik yajna29 May 1988 · 30 minRaven is shocked to learn that Lakshman is saved. Indrajit goes to perform a tantrik yajna in the temple of Nikumbhila. Bibhishan tells Shri Ram that Indrajit will be invincible, if he can complete the yajna. He, therefo…★ 9.371. Indrajeet Vadh12 June 1988 · 30 minIndrajit tells Ravan that his yajna has been disrupted. He takes leave of his parents and his wife, Sulochana. He goes to the battlefield and a fierce battle ensues. Lakshman takes out Indrastra, discharges the fatal arr…★ 9.372. Ravan challenges Ram and Lakshman19 June 1988 · 30 minRavan decides to kill Sita. Angry like Rudra, he unsheaths his sword. Maydanav holds his hand and tells him that he should go to the battlefield instead. In Lanka Ravan tells his army that only those who are not afraid t…★ 9.373. Ravan attacks Shri Ram26 June 1988 · 30 minRavan attacks Shri Ram with all his pent up fury. He notices Bibhishan and hurls a Shakti baan endowed with divine power, but Shri Ram takes the missile on himself and sways. Enraged Bibhishan, Sugriv and others attack R…★ 9.474. Indra sends his chariot for Shri Ram3 July 1988 · 30 minMandodari, while nursing Ravan's wounds, begs him to surrender to Shri Ram. In the morning while putting thetilak of victory on Ravan's forhead, the thali falls from Mandodari's hand. It is a bad omen, but Ravan does not…★ 9.475. Lord Ram kills Demon Ravan10 July 1988 · 30 minThe grim battle begins. Shri Ram's arrows severe Ravan's head. His head is soon replaced and this goes on. Killing Ravan seems to be impossible. Bibhishan tells Shri Ram tha in Ravan's naval is enshrined the secret of hi…★ 8.676. Agni-pariksha17 July 1988 · 30 minAfter Ravan's last rites are performed, Bibishan is crowned in a magnificent ceremony. Shri Ram tells Hanuman to go to Lanka with the King's permission and tell Sita what has happened. Sita's joy is beyond words. She ble…★ 8.677. Shri Ram heads for Ayodhya24 July 1988 · 30 minBrahma comes and makes obeisance to Shri Ram. Shri Ram says that he is a mere man-Ram, son of Dashrath. Dashrath appears and blesses them. Shri Ram appeals to him to forgive Mother Kaikayee and Bharat, to which Dashrath …★ 9.278. Ram Reaches Ayodhya31 July 1988 · 30 minShri Ram reaches Ayodhya. People sing and dance in joy. He makes obeisance to Guru Vashishth, meets his mothers, and embraces Bharat. They proceed to the palace. On the way, Shri Ram expresses his desire to visit mother …★ 8.5
