Ramayana Teaser Highlights: Ranbir Kapoor's first look at Lord Ram out; watch video

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With over 300 versions across cultures and a growing global audience, 'Ramayana' remains a living narrative. This adaptation aims to carry that legacy forward for a new generation of viewers. 

The project is planned as a two-part franchise, with Part 1 releasing in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 already in production for Diwali 2027. The scale reflects a long-term storytelling vision. 

At its core, Ramayana explores the contrast between Rama’s values of duty and selflessness and Ravana’s ambition and pride. This tension is what continues to make the story relevant across generations. 

The film’s production design aims to recreate ancient India on an unprecedented scale, blending mythology with visual spectacle. The makers are focusing on building an immersive world that feels both authentic and cinematic.

Produced by Namit Malhotra, the film brings together Prime Focus Studios, DNEG, and Monster Mind Creations. With music by Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman, and action led by international stunt experts, the scale is unmistakably global

Alongside Ranbir Kapoor, the film features Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The casting combines mainstream star power with characters rooted in mythology.

At the heart of the story is the eventual face-off between Rama and Ravana, played by Yash. The narrative builds toward a cosmic conflict that will determine the fate of gods and mortals alike.

The teaser frames Rama not just as a warrior, but as a figure shaped by restraint, duty, and moral clarity. His journey reflects difficult choices, personal loss, and the quiet strength of doing what is right. 

From visionary producer and film-maker Namit Malhotra comes Ramayana: Part 1, a sweeping, two-part cinematic event inspired by one of the world’s most enduring epics. Since the beginning of time, the Trinity Gods rule the three worlds: Brahma, the god who creates; Vishnu - god who protects; and Shiva - god who transforms. As the realms of heaven and earth edge toward chaos, the Trinity god Vishnu descends to earth in an avatar to restore balance.  This time, Vishnu is reborn as RAMA (Ranbir Kapoor), a human prince destined to restore balance. Opposing him stands the most formidable, learned, undefeatable and immortal demon king Ravana (Yash), blessed by the Trinity themselves, driven by pride and a vengeance powerful enough to shatter the cosmos.

Ramayana's big reveal has impressed fans all over the country. Take a look at the reactions: 

Namit Malhotra, Producer, Film-maker and Creative Architect of Ramayana “The power of Rama’s story is not in what he conquers, but in what he lets go of. He represents a standard that is not easy, not convenient, but necessary. He chooses duty over desire, truth over comfort, and sacrifice over self. That is why his story has endured for thousands of years, and why it continues to matter today.”

From visionary producer and film-maker Namit Malhotra comes Ramayana: Part 1, a sweeping, two-part cinematic event inspired by one of the world’s most enduring epics. Since the beginning of time, the Trinity Gods rule the three worlds: Brahma, the god who creates; Vishnu - god who protects; and Shiva - god who transforms. As the realms of heaven and earth edge toward chaos, the Trinity god Vishnu descends to earth in an avatar to restore balance.  This time, Vishnu is reborn as RAMA (Ranbir Kapoor), a human prince destined to restore balance. Opposing him stands the most formidable, learned, undefeatable and immortal demon king Ravana (Yash), blessed by the Trinity themselves, driven by pride and a vengeance powerful enough to shatter the cosmos.

“I don’t think I’m here to represent Rama. I’m here to learn from him. There is a simplicity and purity to him that is very rare, and trying to understand and imbibe that has been a deeply humbling experience,” said Ranbir Kapoor.

Nitesh Tiwari, Director of Ramayana – the 2-part film franchise, shared, "Ramayana’s greatness lies in its emotional richness. At its heart, it is not just about good and evil, but about choices, consequences, and the weight of doing what is right. Rama’s journey is deeply human, and that is what we have tried to stay true to."

Ranbir Kapoor looks mighty as Lord Ram in Ramayana. Watch the first look of Rama here:

In a clip from a virtual interaction with fans, Alia spoke about her excitement for the Rama glimpse from Ramayana. She said, "Ramayana unit is going to be out tomorrow. It is the unit called the Rama unit. I'm going to be posting it on my social media, so again, please go out there and support it."

She also opened up about Ranbir’s performance, adding to the buzz. "It's absolutely fabulous. I think Ranbir has just done such a beautiful job and I just can't wait for you guys to see it. It's just out of this world."

Hans Zimmer, known for music in films such as Interstellar, Gladiator, Inception, The Lion King, Dune: Part One, and The Dark Knight, is composing the music of Ramayana, in collaboration with Oscar-winner AR Rahman.

Produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana is mounted on a massive scale. Here's a fun trivia from the film, live from the Delhi event: 10,000 artists have worked on the Ramayana. 

Ranbir Kapoor addressed a query about Ramayana during a Q&A session with director Nitesh Tiwari. Talking about Lord Rama, he said at the LA event, "Lord Ram has been the conscience keeper of billions of people around the globe for centuries and long after. He will continue being so long after we have gone."

He further added, “He enlightens us about the triumph of the human spirit in terms of adversities. He stands for compassion, for courage, for righteousness and forgiveness. He is called Maryada Purushottam, which stands for an ideal man.”

A select audience in Los Angeles and New York has already seen Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Lord Ram at a special screening. A fan gifted him a special, customised Shri Ram and Ayodhya-inspired jacket at the event. The actor accepted it happily.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is a two-part epic, slated for a worldwide IMAX release, with Part 1 arriving in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027.

Ranbir Kapoor steps into the role of Lord Ram in Ramayana. Sai Pallavi plays Sita, and Yash plays Ravana. Sunny Deol is the mighty Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey is Lakshman in the film.

In 2025, the makers shared the first-ever video from Ramayana. Let's revisit it before the first look at Lord Rama is unveiled today. 

The first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama will be unveiled in a mega event today, on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.