The makers of the ambitious Indian epic film, Ramayana: Part One, have officially announced November 5, 2026, as its worldwide theatrical release date. This highly anticipated adaptation, featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, will commence advance ticket bookings on October 20, coinciding with the festival of Dussehra.
A Global Cinematic Event
The announcement was made on October 11, marking the beginning of Sharad Navratri, confirming the film's simultaneous global release. Ramayana: Part One is set to be distributed in nearly 40 languages worldwide, aiming to bring the ancient Indian epic to a diverse international audience. The production team is preparing for a massive rollout across all premium formats, including IMAX.
Star-Studded Cast and Visionary Direction
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film boasts a prominent ensemble cast. Ranbir Kapoor leads as Lord Rama, with Sai Pallavi portraying Sita and Yash taking on the role of Ravana. The cast also includes Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Arun Govil as King Dasharath, Lara Dutta as Queen Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, and Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva.
The project is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios, in collaboration with DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. It promises a grand scale production combined with cutting-edge visual effects to bring the revered epic to life on the big screen.
Resolving Release Date Speculation
The confirmed November 5 date puts an end to earlier speculation surrounding the film's release schedule. Previous reports had indicated conflicting dates, including November 6 from an international trailer distributed by Sony Pictures and a Diwali release mentioned by producer Namit Malhotra. This latest announcement solidifies the worldwide theatrical opening.
The release of Ramayana: Part One will be accompanied by a new poster featuring the lead cast and the powerful slogan, “Yeh Ram ke Yug ka Aarambh hai,” signifying the dawn of a new cinematic era for the ancient narrative. Following this initial installment, Ramayana: Part Two is already slated for a Diwali 2027 release, continuing the epic saga.