Ramayana to release on 50,000 screens in over 100 countries, first part on November 5

The much-awaited film 'Ramayana' is preparing to reach audiences across the world. It is set to release on about 50,000 screens in more than 100 countries, and is being seen as an important milestone for Indian cinema. Its large scale, modern visuals and strong cast have generated considerable curiosity among audiences.

The film is based on the Indian epic Ramayana. It is being seen not merely as entertainment but as a major effort to present India's cultural and spiritual heritage to audiences around the world. Values such as valour, duty, sacrifice and the triumph of dharma over adharma are at the heart of the epic. It is hoped that audiences in different countries and of different generations will connect with the story.

The plan to release the film on 50,000 screens is also significant for the international expansion of Indian films. It could prove a big step towards giving Indian stories and culture a stronger place on the global cinema stage.

The casting is another big attraction. Ranbir Kapoor will play Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi will play Sita. Rocking Star Yash is playing Ravana, Sunny Deol is Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey will be seen as Lakshman. Through these actors, the epic's key characters will be brought to the big screen on a grand scale. The film's visual grandeur and technical standard are expected to give audiences a different cinematic experience.

'Ramayana' is directed by Nitesh Tiwari. It is a production of Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios, with the support of DNEG, the visual effects company that has won eight Oscars. Yash's company Monster Mind Creations is also associated with the project. The film has been made on a large scale, and the effort has been to retain the original cultural and spiritual significance of this Indian epic while presenting it to the world with modern technology.

'Ramayana' will be released in two parts. The first part will reach cinemas worldwide on November 5, 2026, while the second will come out at Diwali 2027. In India, the film will be released in five languages: Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. It will also be shown in the IMAX format to make the experience grander.

On distribution, Sony Pictures handles the release outside India. Dharma Productions will distribute the film in the Hindi-speaking market.