Primarily based on Goswami Tulsidas’s Ramcharitmanas and Valmiki’s Ramayana , with additional elements from Kamban’s Kamba Ramayanam and other regional variations. Chronological Index of Narrative Arcs (Kandas)
Hindi (with heavy reliance on Awadhi and Sanskritized vocabulary)
For modern viewers looking to access this specific index visually, the 1987 Ramayan has been fully digitized. It is officially available to stream on various digital networks, including and YouTube , and frequently sees rebroadcasts during national holidays on Doordarshan channels.
Meeting Hanuman disguised as a Brahmin; forging a bond of brotherhood with the exiled Vanara prince Sugriva; the internal conflict of the monkey kingdom. index of ramayan 1987
Focuses on Rama's search for Sita, his alliance with Sugriva, the slaying of Vali, and the gathering of the Vanar Sena (monkey army) to locate Sita.
King Dasharatha’s decision to crown Rama as the crown prince; Manthara poisoning Queen Kaikeyi’s mind; Kaikeyi demanding her two forgotten boons.
The Ultimate Guide to the Index of Ramayan (1987): Episode Guide and Cultural Impact Meeting Hanuman disguised as a Brahmin; forging a
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This pivotal arc marks the meeting of Ram and Sita. It begins with Ram and Lakshman reaching Mithila for Sita's Swayamvara. The central event is the breaking of the mighty Shiv Dhanush (Lord Shiva's bow), which Ram effortlessly achieves, winning Sita's hand. This part culminates in the grand wedding of Ram and Sita, as well as the weddings of his brothers Lakshman, Bharat, and Shatrughna, and their subsequent journey back to Ayodhya.
Ram and Lakshman accompany Sage Vishwamitra to protect his yagna. Key Event: Killing of Tataka and protection of the Sages. The Ultimate Guide to the Index of Ramayan
Meeting with Nishadraj Guha. The famous boatman scene ( Kevat Samvad ). Dasharatha passes away from the unbearable grief of separation.
Composed by Ravindra Jain, the music was a vital element of the storytelling. Hymns, couplets ( chaupais ), and songs like "Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari" acted as emotional and spiritual anchors throughout the episodes.
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The 1987 television series Ramayan , produced, written, and directed by the legendary Ramanand Sagar, is not just a show; it is a monumental cultural phenomenon in Indian history. Airing on Doordarshan, it brought the nation to a standstill every Sunday morning. Starring Arun Govil as Ram, Deepika Chikhalia as Sita, and Dara Singh as Hanuman, the series brought the epic Ramayana to life for millions of viewers.