Ramayana: Cast, mega budget and trailer release date

The highly awaited Bollywood adaptation of Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, is set to dazzle audiences with its epic scale. As the makers gear up to unveil the first look across nine major Indian cities, here’s everything you need to know before the big reveal

Ramayana first look drops today: Full Cast, mega budget & trailer release date

Everything you need to know about the release of Ramayana X

Published on:

03 Jul 2025, 9:31 am

Updated on:

03 Jul 2025, 9:31 am

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The legendary tale of Ramayana is returning to the silver screen in a spectacular new form, under the direction of acclaimed filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari. This highly anticipated cinematic retelling is set to make waves with its first official glimpse, scheduled to be unveiled today, July 3, at 11:30 am. What sets the launch apart is its scale, the reveal will happen simultaneously in nine major cities across India, giving fans a unified, nationwide experience.

Ramayana's first introduction

The Classic Tale of Good vs Evil!

Ramayana: The Introduction is out now 🔥 #Ramayana #RamayanaTheIntroduction @malhotra_namit @niteshtiwari22 @TheNamelsYash @Sai_Pallavi92 @iamsunnydeol @ShridharR @Dneg @warnerbros pic.twitter.com/bnzyr0VuPa
— The Ramayana 🏹 (@RamayanaSaga) July 3, 2025

Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as the formidable Ravana, the film promises to reimagine the ancient epic for both Indian and global audiences. The promo event will take place in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Kochi, and Hyderabad — the latter at the iconic Prasads Multiplex.

The first look was introduced by Namit Malhotra, Founder and Global CEO of Prime Focus Studios, who is also one of the producers behind this grand venture. Namit Malhotra confirmed that the Ramayana will be released in two parts. With an estimated budget of ₹835 crore, the film has already surpassed the production costs of other major Indian blockbusters like Kalki 2898 AD, RRR, and Adipurush, making it one of the most expensive Indian films ever made.

The ensemble cast adds further gravitas to the project: Ravi Dubey portrays Lakshman, Sunny Deol brings Hanuman to life, Kajal Aggarwal plays Mandodari, and Lara Dutta takes on the role of Kaikeyi. The two-part film will see its theatrical releases around Diwali in 2026 and 2027.

Netizen's reaction to the first look of Ramayana

Now this is what an epic truly deserved!

Ramayana: The Introduction #Ramayana https://t.co/qPE7AdHZiw
— Utsav Adhikari (@Nepali_SRK) July 3, 2025

GOT level intro.
BGM sounds epic.
Graphics top notch.
RK looking perfect as Ram. #Ramayana https://t.co/lGxVjQcFRw
— 🥂 (@being_tiger_) July 3, 2025

#Ramayana first glimpse is finally out and I am just spellbound. The 3 min video perfectly sets the stage for future assets without revealing more than what's required at this moment.

But whatever is shown clearly shows vision. The last shot is a clear giveaway of the level of… pic.twitter.com/ZgZKDGyHK0
— Filmy Gautam (@filmygautam) July 3, 2025

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Visually, Ramayana is being elevated by the expertise of Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, ensuring a high-impact cinematic experience. As filming recently wrapped, a heartfelt video surfaced showing Ranbir Kapoor thanking the cast and crew. Calling it the most meaningful role of his career, he praised the dedication of his fellow actors and the team behind what is shaping up to be a landmark film in Indian cinema.