28 September,2026 04:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ranbir Kapoor pic via Instagram
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash are currently gearing up for Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana: Part 1. The makers have created massive buzz and anticipation among fans with the release of new posters featuring Ranbir as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
Well, the magnum opus is currently slated to release on November 8, coinciding with Diwali. The makers have also confirmed that Ramayana Part 1 will hit worldwide screens a bit earlier on November 6.
However, there have been certain reports claiming that the Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash-starrer will be released on November 5. According to Bollywood Hungama, a source shared, "Since 2014, most major Diwali releases have arrived a day after the Festival of Lights. This is because it is believed that audiences may not turn up in huge numbers on Diwali day as they are occupied with puja and festivities."
"But the makers of Ramayana are planning to bring the film to cinemas three days before Diwali, highlighting their confidence in the product. The hype is immense, and it should ensure a huge turnout in theatres. Then, on November 9, which is the big holiday after Diwali, the collections could reach historic levels. Hence, the extended first-week collections of Ramayana will be something to watch out for," added the source.
Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is a two-part mythological epic starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, along with a massive star cast including Lara Dutta, Vivek Oberoi, Arun Govil, Rakul Preet Singh and Kunal Kapoor, among others in key roles.
Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in association with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the first instalment will arrive in Diwali 2026, and the second part will hit theatres in Diwali 2027.
