RĀMĀYANA
Nitesh Tiwari
Released November 5–8, 2026 · In Cinemas Now · 59,000 Screens
In Cinemas Now
🪔 NOW SHOWING
IMAX · 4DX · ScreenX · Standard · 59,000 Screens Worldwide
Why the World Is Watching
Numbers that tell the story
Book Your Tickets
Tickets are LIVE — book now at your preferred platform
Available in IMAX, 4DX, ScreenX, and Standard at multiplexes across India
Overseas: Fandango (USA) · Cineplex (Canada) · Vue / Cineworld (UK) · Event Cinemas (Australia)
Which Format to Choose?
Ramayana is now showing in IMAX, 4DX, ScreenX, and Standard
IMAX
Filmed for IMAX — best first viewing
₹600–₹1,200
4DX
Motion seats, wind & water effects
₹500–₹900
ScreenX
270° panoramic, 3-wall experience
₹450–₹800
Standard 2D
All multiplexes across India
₹150–₹400
Premiere Shows — November 5, 2026 (Completed)
Ramayana had premiere shows starting at 4:00 PM on November 5 — a full day before the international release and 3 days before Diwali. Available at PVR-INOX, Cinepolis, and select multiplexes. Premiere shows were sold out across India and were met with thunderous reactions from audiences.
Why Diwali? The Significance of This Release
Ramayana releases in India on November 8, 2026 — Diwali, the festival of lights. The timing is not coincidental — it is the most thematically perfect release window possible. Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over Ravana. Watching a film about that very story — with your family, on the very day the nation celebrates Ram's homecoming — is a cultural and spiritual experience unlike anything Indian cinema has offered before.
Three generations in one cinema hall: grandparents who grew up watching Ramanand Sagar's 1987 television Ramayan, parents who carry those memories, and children discovering the epic for the first time through the most visually spectacular Indian film ever made. That is the Diwali experience Nitesh Tiwari has been building toward for years.
The international release on November 6, 2026 across 59,000 screens in 37+ countries lets the global Indian diaspora — and international audiences — be part of the same historic moment, two days before Diwali in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ramayana release in India?
Ramayana Part 1 released in India on November 8, 2026 — Diwali. Premiere shows began from 4 PM on November 5, 2026 at PVR-INOX, Cinepolis, and select multiplexes across India. The film is now showing nationwide.
When did Ramayana release internationally?
The worldwide international release was November 6, 2026 via Sony Pictures, across 59,000 screens in 37+ countries including USA, UK, UAE, Canada, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The film is currently showing globally.
How do I book Ramayana tickets now?
Ramayana tickets are now live on BookMyShow, PVR-INOX, Cinepolis, and Paytm Movies. Search 'Ramayana 2026' on any of these apps to find shows near you. IMAX and 4DX shows are available at premium multiplexes.
Which format is best for Ramayana — IMAX, 4DX or standard?
IMAX is strongly recommended for the first viewing. Ramayana was filmed with IMAX-certified cameras and the full-format experience significantly enhances the visuals. 4DX (motion seats, wind, mist) is great for a second viewing. Standard 2D with Dolby Atmos is the most accessible option.
Who is in the cast of Ramayana 2026?
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi plays Devi Sita, Yash plays Ravana, Sunny Deol plays Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey plays Lakshmana. Supporting cast includes Arun Govil (Dashratha), Lara Dutta (Kaikeyi), Kajal Aggarwal (Mandodari), and Anil Kapoor (King Janaka).