The Ramayana is a timeless epic about duty and devotion. It begins with Rama the virtuous prince of Ayodhya, who is exiled to the forest for fourteen years due to his stepmother Kaikeyi's request. His loyal wife Sita and devoted brother Lakshmana accompany him. While in exile, the powerful demon king Ravana of Lanka unknowingly abducts Sita. Heartbroken, Rama forms an alliance with the Vanara (monkey) king Sugriva and gains the invaluable resistance of the mighty Hanuman. Hanuman makes an incredible leap to Lanka, finds Sita, and confirms her safety. A massive bridge is built across the ocean, enabling Rama's army to reach Lanka. A fierce war ensues, where good clashes with vil. Finally, Rama defeats the tyrannical Ravana in a climactic settle. With peace restored, Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana return to Ayodhya, where Rama is crowned king, ushering in a golden age of justice and prosperity known as Ram Rajya.
