From a 28-Minute Single-Take Monologue to Laxman in Ramayana: Ravi Dubey Continues to Showcase His Range

At a time when Adolescence has sparked conversations for filming each episode in a single take, Ravi Dubey’s performance in Lakhan Leela Bhargava deserves a fresh look. The actor delivered a remarkable 28-minute courtroom monologue in a single take, relying solely on his performance—without cuts or dramatic background score.

What’s striking isn’t just the duration, which is reportedly around eight minutes longer than the current Guinness World Record benchmark, but the control he displays throughout. Every shift in voice, expression and body language keeps the audience invested, making the sequence feel effortless despite its technical complexity.

The appreciation comes at an interesting time, as Ravi is also winning hearts for his portrayal of Laxman in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. His performance in the recently released trailer has been widely praised, with audiences appreciating the quiet strength, conviction and screen presence he brings to the iconic character.

The contrast between the two roles highlights Ravi’s versatility. In Lakhan Leela Bhargava, he commands attention through an intense, dialogue-driven courtroom performance, while in Ramayana, he leaves an impact with restraint, emotion and dignity. Whether carrying a scene single-handedly or bringing a legendary character to life, Ravi Dubey continues to prove that his greatest strength lies in adapting to every role with conviction.

Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Ravi Dubey as Laxman and Yash as Ravana. The epic also features Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, with Part 1 slated to release on Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 on Diwali 2027.