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Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia reunite after 39 years for social drama ‘Notice’
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 03:04 AM
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Veteran actors Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia, famed for portraying Rama and Sita in the 1987 TV epic Ramayan, have teamed up again after nearly four decades for the social drama ‘Notice’.
Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia, who became household names as Rama and Sita in Ramanand Sagar's 1987 television adaptation of the Ramayana, have announced a joint appearance in a new social drama titled “Notice”. The pairing marks their first on‑screen collaboration in 39 years, drawing attention from fans who associate the duo with the iconic mythological series.
The project, described as a socially relevant drama, aims to address contemporary issues, though specific plot details have not been disclosed by the producers. Both actors are reported to be involved in a limited‑run series that will be broadcast on a major Indian television network later this year.
In statements to the media, Govil and Chikhlia expressed enthusiasm about working together again, noting that the experience offers a chance to explore characters far removed from the mythic roles that defined their careers. Industry observers suggest that the reunion could attract a broad viewership, blending nostalgia with a fresh narrative focus.
The announcement has already generated considerable buzz on social media, with many recalling the cultural impact of the original Ramayan and anticipating how the veteran performers will adapt to a modern storytelling format.
The project, described as a socially relevant drama, aims to address contemporary issues, though specific plot details have not been disclosed by the producers. Both actors are reported to be involved in a limited‑run series that will be broadcast on a major Indian television network later this year.
In statements to the media, Govil and Chikhlia expressed enthusiasm about working together again, noting that the experience offers a chance to explore characters far removed from the mythic roles that defined their careers. Industry observers suggest that the reunion could attract a broad viewership, blending nostalgia with a fresh narrative focus.
The announcement has already generated considerable buzz on social media, with many recalling the cultural impact of the original Ramayan and anticipating how the veteran performers will adapt to a modern storytelling format.