New Delhi: The makers of “Ramayana”, billed as an ambitious cinematic event, on Thursday unveiled the first glimpse of the upcoming mythological epic, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios and DNEG, in association with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, the film is a two-part live-action saga set 5,000 years ago and rooted in one of Indian mythology’s most enduring epics, a press release said.
“Ramayana” features Ranbir as Lord Rama, “KGF” star Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita as Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lord Lakshman.
Arun Govil, who is best known for playing Lord Rama on the Doordarshan show Ramayan, has also joined the cast as Raja Dashrath. Actor Indira Krishnan is set to portray Lord Ram’s mother, Rani Kaushalya. Sai Pallavi as Sita and Ravie Dubey as Lord Ram’s brother Laxman.
However, other cast members are not officially announced, but there are reports that Rakul Preet Singh will play the role of Surpanakha, and Vivek Oberoi will portray Vidyutjihva, Surpanakha’s husband. The reports also suggested that Kajal Aggarwal will play Mandodari, and Lara Dutta will be seen as Kaikeyi in the upcoming film.
Ramayana Budget
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana has been made with a whopping budget of Rs 835 crore, according to Bollywood Hungama. If the reports are true, then the films will be the most expensive Indian films to date.
Previously, Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan’s mythology saga, Adipurush, was made on a budget of Rs 500 crore. Despite being based on Ramayana, the film was a huge flop and received backlash for the terrible VFX.
Ramayana Release Date
Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi starrer Ramayana is set to hit the theatres in two parts, with the first instalment scheduled to be released on Diwali 2026. However, Ramayana: Part 2 is slated for Diwali 2027 release.
