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Lalit Modi claims Disney turned down financing 'Ramayan' after THIS

Lalit Modi recounted an intriguing tale about how Disney turned down funding for Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, citing cultural mismatches, particularly Sagar's attire during the pitch. Despite Modi's persuasion, the executives didn't connect. The beloved series eventually found a home on Doordarshan, transforming the landscape of Indian television and popularizing the mythological genre significantly.

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Lalit Modi claims Disney turned down financing 'Ramayan' after THIS
Lalit Modi recounted an intriguing tale about how Disney turned down funding for Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, citing cultural mismatches, particularly Sagar's attire during the pitch. Despite Modi's persuasion, the executives didn't connect. The beloved series eventually found a home on Doordarshan, transforming the landscape of Indian television and popularizing the mythological genre significantly.
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