Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana: Producer Namit Malhotra Confirms ‘Rama’ First Look Reveal on Hanuman Jayanti, April 2
The countdown begins for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana! Producer Namit Malhotra confirms the first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as ‘Rama’ will be unveiled on Hanuman Jayanti, April 2.
The Nitesh Tiwari directorial, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, is set for a massive global reveal on April 2, 2026.
The anticipation for Nitesh Tiwari’s magnum opus, Ramayana, has reached a fever pitch. Producer Namit Malhotra has officially confirmed that the first major glimpse of the film, focusing on Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Rama, will be unveiled on April 2, 2026, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.
This strategic reveal follows a heartfelt note shared by Malhotra on Ram Navami, where he emphasized the "responsibility, devotion, and care" invested in bringing this eternal heritage to the silver screen on an unprecedented global scale.
A Global Cinematic Spectacle: Cast and Production Details
Envisioned as a two-part epic, Ramayana is being positioned as a landmark event in Indian and global cinema. The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring some of the biggest names in the industry:
- Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram
- Sai Pallavi as Sita
- Rocking Star Yash as the formidable Ravana
- Sunny Deol as the mighty Hanuman
- Ravi Dubey as Lakshman
- Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, and Rakul Preet Singh in pivotal roles
The project is a powerhouse collaboration between Prime Focus Studios, the 8-time Oscar-winning VFX giant DNEG, and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. With Nitesh Tiwari at the helm, the film promises to blend cutting-edge technology with deeply emotional storytelling.
Box Office Prospects and Release Timeline
Industry insiders are already predicting record-breaking numbers for the franchise. The decision to release the film in IMAX worldwide underscores its ambition to capture the international market. The release strategy is set to dominate the festive window for the next two years:
| Film Segment | Expected Release Window |
|---|---|
| Ramayana: Part 1 | Diwali 2026 |
| Ramayana: Part 2 | Diwali 2027 |
"This is a story that belongs to all of us... we begin to showcase all these years of our effort through a grand world reveal with fans." — Namit Malhotra
With the Rama glimpse scheduled for April 2, the marketing blitz for 2026s most anticipated film has officially begun. Stay tuned for more updates on this once-in-a-generation cinematic journey.