Prayagraj: In a remarkable display of devotion and faith, individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, including retired govt employees, business professionals, and MNC workers, have been drawn to the revered world of the Ramayan, coming together to bring iconic characters to life in Kaushambi’s storied Daranagar Ramlila. This vibrant production features a talented cast of five young thespians, aged 12 and 13, who embody the revered roles of Lord Ram, Sita, Laxman, Bharat, and Shatrughan, alongside five seasoned adults from various walks of life, who are set to portray the legendary characters of Lord Hanuman, Sugreev, Angad, Jamvant, and Parushram, blending tradition with contemporary passion.A diverse group of individuals have taken on iconic roles in the Daranagar Ramlila, including 65-year-old Sagar Mishra, a retired education department official, who embodies Jamvant, and 55-year-old Rajmani Tiwari, a postal department official, who assumes the powerful role of Lord Parushram. Additionally, electrician Shri Narayan Mishra brings Lord Hanuman to life, businessman Rahul Mishra portrays Yuvraj Angad, and MNC professional Dipak Tiwari takes on the role of Vanarraj Sugreev, showcasing a blend of passion and dedication.Jay Mani Tiwari, president of the Daranagar Ramlila Committee, told TOI, “While children portray the five main characters of Ramayan, including Lord Ram and Goddess Sita, the characters of Hanuman, Jamvant, Sugreev, and Angad are always played by the adults, who take out time from their busy schedules to take part in rehearsals and ‘samvad’ exercises.”Tiwari said, “As Ramlila is a devotional folk re-enactment and dramatization of the epic that allows devotees to engage with the sacred katha, its values and cultural traditions through music, dance, and storytelling, actors too feel spirited and passionate to play the divine roles.”The Daranagar Ramlila will commence on Sept 22.Tiwari highlighted the uniqueness of the Daranagar Ramlila, where both kids and adult actors deliver a multisensory and immersive experience, connecting audiences to Lord Ram’s journey and the triumph of good over evil. Adult actors dedicate themselves to rehearsals after their daily duties, focusing on ‘samvad’, the core of each episode. What sets this Ramlila apart is its unconventional format: instead of a traditional stage, performances unfold across 13 locations in the Kada Dham area. Young actors, aged 12 and 13, portray key characters under priestly guidance during the day, while nighttime pujas add a spiritual layer to the enactments in each locality.