In what could be one of the most ambitious cinematic retellings of Indian mythology, the first look of Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita, has finally been revealed. Helmed by National Award-winning director Nitesh Tiwari, the film is not just another adaptation—it’s a grand cultural statement crafted on a global canvas with some of the world’s top creative minds involved.
Plot of Ramayana
Set 5,000 years ago, Ramayana reimagines the revered Indian epic with cutting-edge VFX and a larger-than-life scale. The visual-heavy first look, released on Thursday, features stunning CGI work created by Prime Focus and DNEG, an Oscar-winning visual effects company known for their work on Dune. The result is a glimpse of ancient India that feels vivid, epic, and timeless.
Produced by Namit Malhotra and co-produced by actor Yash, who also plays the role of Lankesh (Raavan), the film promises not just visual brilliance but emotional depth and authenticity.
An all-star cast and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations
Joining Ranbir and Sai Pallavi is Sunny Deol in the role of Lord Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey plays Laxman. In what’s being hailed as a historic collaboration, two Oscar-winning composers—Hans Zimmer (Inception, Gladiator) and A.R. Rahman (Slumdog Millionaire)—are joining forces for the film’s music. This marks the first time these music titans are working together, creating high expectations for the film’s sonic landscape.
What to expect from Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana?
IANS reported that Namit Malhotra, founder of Prime Focus and CEO of DNEG, described the film as more than a movie, calling it a "cultural movement for every Indian around the world." He added that this version of Ramayana reimagines the landscapes, creatures, and battles with the scale and splendour they deserve.
Behind the scenes: Hollywood meets Indian mythology
Director Nitesh Tiwari also told IANS that Ramayana has been designed to honour the soul of the original story while matching the scale of the world’s biggest cinematic universes. “It’s a tale that has endured across millennia because it speaks to something deep and eternal within us,” he said. “We are not simply making a film. We are offering a vision — one rooted in reverence, shaped by excellence, and made to transcend borders.”
To ensure global standards of action and design, the crew features legendary stunt coordinators like Terry Notary (Planet of the Apes, Avengers) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa). Production design is being handled by Ravi Bansal (Aladdin, Dune: Part Two) and Ramsey Avery (Tomorrowland, Captain America), bringing to life the grandeur of Ayodhya and Lanka with authentic detail and imaginative flair.
Ramayana Release Date
The film is being shot in IMAX format and will be released in two parts. Part 1 of Ramayana will hit theatres in Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027. With a visionary team, a powerful story, and a cast that blends mass appeal with artistic integrity, Ramayana is shaping up to be more than just a movie—it could be the definitive retelling of the epic for this generation and beyond.
Plot of Ramayana
Set 5,000 years ago, Ramayana reimagines the revered Indian epic with cutting-edge VFX and a larger-than-life scale. The visual-heavy first look, released on Thursday, features stunning CGI work created by Prime Focus and DNEG, an Oscar-winning visual effects company known for their work on Dune. The result is a glimpse of ancient India that feels vivid, epic, and timeless.
Produced by Namit Malhotra and co-produced by actor Yash, who also plays the role of Lankesh (Raavan), the film promises not just visual brilliance but emotional depth and authenticity.
An all-star cast and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations
Joining Ranbir and Sai Pallavi is Sunny Deol in the role of Lord Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey plays Laxman. In what’s being hailed as a historic collaboration, two Oscar-winning composers—Hans Zimmer (Inception, Gladiator) and A.R. Rahman (Slumdog Millionaire)—are joining forces for the film’s music. This marks the first time these music titans are working together, creating high expectations for the film’s sonic landscape.
What to expect from Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana?
IANS reported that Namit Malhotra, founder of Prime Focus and CEO of DNEG, described the film as more than a movie, calling it a "cultural movement for every Indian around the world." He added that this version of Ramayana reimagines the landscapes, creatures, and battles with the scale and splendour they deserve.
Behind the scenes: Hollywood meets Indian mythology
Director Nitesh Tiwari also told IANS that Ramayana has been designed to honour the soul of the original story while matching the scale of the world’s biggest cinematic universes. “It’s a tale that has endured across millennia because it speaks to something deep and eternal within us,” he said. “We are not simply making a film. We are offering a vision — one rooted in reverence, shaped by excellence, and made to transcend borders.”
To ensure global standards of action and design, the crew features legendary stunt coordinators like Terry Notary (Planet of the Apes, Avengers) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa). Production design is being handled by Ravi Bansal (Aladdin, Dune: Part Two) and Ramsey Avery (Tomorrowland, Captain America), bringing to life the grandeur of Ayodhya and Lanka with authentic detail and imaginative flair.
Ramayana Release Date
The film is being shot in IMAX format and will be released in two parts. Part 1 of Ramayana will hit theatres in Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027. With a visionary team, a powerful story, and a cast that blends mass appeal with artistic integrity, Ramayana is shaping up to be more than just a movie—it could be the definitive retelling of the epic for this generation and beyond.
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