Grand preparations are underway at Ramoji Film City for this festive season. With unique celebrations for Dussehra and Diwali, the world’s largest film city is going to make an incredible holiday attraction. Scheduled to start in two phases the Dussehra Hungama from September-25 to October-05 and Diwali Dhamaka between October-23 to November-2, the aim is to distinctively capture the fervor, exuberance, and cultural richness of these festivals and make the celebration in the land of films an affair to remember.

These festivals with all their cultural connotations lending themselves to the enduring holiday tradition for families, there will be all kinds of interactive programs, exhibits, games, and shows which will surely entertain and inspire tourists looking for festive fun.

HIGHLIGHTS OF DUSSEHRA HUNGAMA (25th September – 5th October)

Keeping the spirit of fest alive, the entertainment shows will be galore during the 11-day festival show. The cultural dance shows will include Dhunichi Naach which is an Aarti Dance, Puli Dance – the colourful folk art from Kerala, Chau Dance – the tribal martial dance of Eastern India, Dandiya - the traditional festive dance of Gujarat and Harakattam – the ancient folk dance of Tamil Nadu etc.

Among the staggering shows which will take to the stage include Ram Leela, Dhol Carnival, Bollywood Night etc.

Also keeping up with the festive traditions, special contests like Conch Blowing Contest, Garland Making Contest, Ravan burning and Ramayan Yatra etc.  will enrich the interactive experience.

It’s the picturesque locales, the magic of cinema, the exclusive nature-based attractions like Butterfly Park, Bonsai Park and above all Wings – the bird park which is home to an impressive collection of exotic birds form the main attractions at Ramoji Film City.  Sahas – Ramoji Adventure Land with perfect topography of high altitude and rough terrain is Asia’s Finest Adventure Land designed by international experts.

Various games and rides contributing to the mela-like atmosphere, one can participate in playful archery, hit the bull’s eye and win the goodies. There will Talent Corners to showcase the talents and Rain Dance can get soaked in best of DJ Mixes.

HIGHLIGHTS OF DIWALI DHAMAKA (23rd Oct-2nd Nov)

It’s going to be a dhamaka of entertainment while enlivening the spirit of Diwali. 

The fest will specially showcase Dance Shows with spiritual overtones, Fire Art show with artistes juggling with fire and special Dhol and Lezim Players putting up special presentations. Some of the stage performances will be presenting scenes from Ramayan and other ancient texts.

Providing an experience in contrast, a Las Vegas kind of experience with Casino Royale is being planned to be created.  Of course, there will be live band performances with guitars and drums and also aerial acrobatics.

True to the experience of mela, there will be special games involving members of family and contests such as Poster Making, Rangoli, Painting and Diya making etc.

It’s the picturesque locales, the magic of cinema, the exclusive nature-based attractions specially the Wings – the bird park and Sahas – the Asia’s Finest Adventure Land will remain as the special attractions. Along with various games and rides and special shows like Fire Cracker Show will create the special mood for the festivity, as one can participate in the Food Festival while tasting the eclectic preparations from the acclaimed chefs and picking the choicest souvenirs from the flea market.

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Festive Celebration at Ramoji Film City to start from 2nd October