Trade circles are expecting Ramayana to shatter all box office records during Diwali 2026. Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana is one of the most anticipated films of the year, and experts believe it could bring great news for Bollywood.
Theatres across India are now shifting focus to this magnum opus, as the current festival week has not met expectations. Despite widespread celebrations, films like Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat have delivered only moderate numbers.
Their combined earnings remain below last year’s Diwali collections, when Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 together crossed Rs. 80 crores. This year’s results have so far been decent but far from record-breaking.
In terms of solo releases, Aamir Khan’s Thugs of Hindostan was the last title to open with Rs. 50 crores. No film since then has managed to match that figure.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal had collected more than Rs. 50 crores on a non-holiday, which is why expectations for Ramayana are even higher. With Nitesh Tiwari’s direction and a theme that aligns with the Diwali spirit, trade analysts are optimistic.
The film features a star-studded cast and is being planned as a global release. Industry experts predict that it could easily touch Rs. 100 crores or more on opening. The buzz started earlier this year with the introduction video, which has kept audiences hooked amid ongoing rumours online.
While the songs and other promotional materials are yet to be released, many netizens are curious about how much creative liberty the makers might take compared to staying authentic. The final judgment will only come after the trailer is out. For now, all eyes are on Ramayana.
