The much-anticipated Ramayana, based on the timeless Indian epic, is officially in motion. On Thursday morning, the makers unveiled the first glimpse of the film, instantly creating a storm online.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari, the project stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Kannada superstar Yash as Ravana.
The film is being made on a massive scale and will be released in two parts — with Part 1 set for Diwali 2026 and Part 2 for Diwali 2027.
To kick off the promotional campaign, the makers dropped a “Title Glimpse” in a unique way — screening it simultaneously at nine major theatres across India.
One of the most talked-about events was held at Prasads IMAX in Hyderabad, where fans and media turned up in huge numbers.
The response was overwhelmingly positive. The visuals were praised, the background score gave goosebumps, and a striking poster of Ranbir in silhouette — bow in hand, with the sun behind him — quickly went viral.
The cast also includes Ravi Dubey as Lakshman and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. Music is being handled by two global legends — Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman — adding to the film’s grand appeal. The screenplay is written by Shridhar Raghavan, which brings us to the film’s biggest concern.
Despite his experience, Shridhar Raghavan’s track record raises eyebrows. While he has worked on major films like Khakee, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3, criticism around his writing has grown in recent years.
Films like Chandni Chowk to China, Tiger 3, and Yudhra were particularly slammed for weak and boring screenplays, despite star power and budget.
Even the teaser for his upcoming film War 2 has been met with skepticism — especially for its visuals and overall presentation. That backlash has now carried over into Ramayana, making some fans nervous about whether the storytelling will match the film’s scale and cultural importance.
Many believe that if there’s one factor that could hurt Ramayana, it’s the screenplay. Given how sacred and emotionally significant the epic is to millions, anything less than a deeply respectful and powerful narrative could backfire.
That said, there’s still hope. Shridhar Raghavan has the opportunity to rise to the occasion and prove his critics wrong. A gripping screenplay that honors the spirit of Ramayana could not only silence trolls but elevate the film to something truly unforgettable.
Let’s hope he delivers — because for a story this legendary, nothing short of excellence will do.
