Ramayana: Part 1
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Directed by | Nitesh Tiwari |
Screenplay by | Shridhar Raghavan |
Based on | Ramayana by sage Valmiki |
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Country | India |
Language | Hindi |
Budget | est.₹835 crore[2][3] |
Ramayana: Part 1 is an upcoming Indian epic mythological film directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash under Prime Focus Studios and Monster Mind Creations respectively.[4][5][6] Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, the film features an ensemble cast including Yash and Sai Pallavi in their Hindi film debuts, alongside Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta and Arun Govil. Made on a budget of ₹835 crore, it is set to be the most expensive Indian film to date.
Cast
[edit]- Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama[7]
- Yash as Ravan[8]
- Sai Pallavi as Sita
- Sunny Deol as Hanuman[9]
- Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi
- Arun Govil as Dasharath
- Ravi Dubey as Lakshman[10]
- Sakshi Tanwar as Mandodari
Additionally, Rakul Preet Singh, Ramya Krishnan, and Sheeba Chaddha have also been cast in undisclosed roles.[citation needed]
Production
[edit]The film's principal photography commenced in April 2024.[11] The makers have invested heavily in visual effects and set design to bring the epic tale to life. The majority of the budget will be used for the CGI and post-production of the film. The film will reportedly be in post-production for 600 days.[12]
Soundtrack
[edit]The film's soundtrack is composed by A. R. Rahman alongside Hans Zimmer, marking Zimmer's debut in Indian cinema.[13]
Release
[edit]The film is slated for a theatrical release on Diwali in 2026, with the second part planned for release on Diwali in 2027.[14]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Yash on why he is co-producing Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: 'It's a subject that deeply resonates with me'". Hindustan Times. 12 April 2024. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana made on budget of around ₹835 crore; film to release in 2027: Report". Hindustan Times. 14 May 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's Ramayana to be the most expensive Indian film with Rs 835 crore budget: report". The Indian Express. 14 May 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ Naman Ramachandran (11 April 2024). "'K.G.F.' Star Yash's Monster Mind, Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Team on 'Dangal' Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 19 November 2024.
- ^ "'Ramayana' set for grand release on Diwali 2026 and 2027, says Namit Malhotra". Deccan Herald. 6 November 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Prime Focus Studios Announces 'Ramayana' Co-Production". Animation World Network. 30 April 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor is best choice for Lord Ram: Mukesh Chhabra on Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana'". India Today. 21 August 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Yash confirms he is playing Ravan in Ranbir Kapoor starrer 'Ramayana'; 'Toxic' set to get new release date". The Hindu. 23 October 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Sunny Deol CONFIRMED As Hanuman In Ranbir Kapoor Starrer Ramayana; Details About Role Revealed". News18. 27 January 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Actor Arun Govil as Dashrath, Ravi Dubey is Lakshman in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan". India Today. 29 October 2024. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Shoot Begins, FIRST Video of Grand Ayodhya Set Goes Viral". News18. 5 April 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "'Ramayana': The Ranbir Kapoor starrer to take over 600 days in post-production? Here's what we know..." The Times of India. 16 May 2024. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Ramayana to mark Hans Zimmer's debut in Bollywood with AR Rahman: Report". Hindustan Times. 5 April 2024. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor And Sai Pallavi's Ramayana Part 1 and 2 Get Official Release Dates". NDTV. 6 November 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- Upcoming films
- 2026 films
- Films based on the Ramayana
- 2020s fantasy action films
- 2020s fantasy adventure films
- Indian 3D films
- Indian action adventure films
- Indian action drama films
- Indian epic films
- Indian fantasy action films
- Indian fantasy adventure films
- Indian multilingual films
- Indian mythology in popular culture
- Hindu mythological films
- Films shot in Mumbai
- Films directed by Nitesh Tiwari
- Films adapted for other media
- Films using motion capture