Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan released on November 8, 2026 in India (Diwali 2026) — now showing in cinemas across India and worldwide on 59,000 screens via Sony Pictures.
Two-part epic — Part 1 now showing (Diwali 2026) · Part 2 confirmed Diwali 2028
November 8, 2026
Now Showing — Diwali 2026
Covers Ram's 14 years of exile, Sita's abduction by Ravana, and the formation of the Vanar Sena army.
Diwali 2028
In Production
Covers the epic Lanka war, Ravana's defeat, and Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya — the origin of Diwali.
Releasing in: Hindi · Telugu · Tamil · Malayalam · Kannada · English — Simultaneous worldwide release
The most symbolically perfect release in Indian cinema history
The festival of Diwali — the Festival of Lights — directly commemorates Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over Ravana. The people of Ayodhya lit oil lamps (diyas) to welcome him home. A film about Ram's journey releasing on This is a cultural and spiritual alignment, not just a marketing choice.
Ramayan Part 2 — releasing Diwali 2027 — will end with Ram's return to Ayodhya: the exact story Diwali celebrates. The audience watching in cinemas on Diwali night will experience the origin of the festival they are celebrating. No film in history has been positioned this precisely.
Diwali is the highest-grossing theatrical window in India — schools close, offices shut early, and families go to cinemas together. It is the single best release slot for a family epic of this scale. With no other major release announced for Diwali 2026, Ramayan has the window entirely to itself.
Theatrical formats, countries, and OTT information
Filmed for IMAX. Releasing in IMAX, ScreenX, 4DX, and premium large format (PLF) screens worldwide
Booking opens closer to release
Sony Pictures worldwide theatrical distribution from November 6, 2026. Dharma Productions handles India distribution
US, UK, UAE, Canada, Australia & more
OTT platform and date to be announced post-theatrical run
Expected 8–12 weeks after theatrical release
From announcement to Diwali 2026
Project announced by Nitesh Tiwari and Namit Malhotra (Prime Focus Studios)
Ranbir Kapoor confirmed as Lord Ram
Yash confirmed as Ravana — also joins as co-producer
Sai Pallavi confirmed as Devi Sita
Principal photography begins across multiple locations in India
Major VFX production underway with 1,200+ artists across 5 studios
Principal photography wraps
Post-production, VFX finalisation, and sound mixing completed
Official Hindi trailer released — World Of Ramayana YouTube channel
English dub trailer released by Sony Pictures (Brahma AI lip-sync)
International theatrical release — 50,000+ screens across 37+ countries via Sony Pictures (IMAX, ScreenX, 4DX)
India theatrical release — Diwali 2026 (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada) · Now Showing
Ramayan Part 2 — Worldwide theatrical release
Ramayan Makes History: First Indian Film 'Filmed for IMAX' and First Released in ScreenX
Ramayan will be the first Indian production to carry the 'Filmed for IMAX' label and the first to release in ScreenX format worldwide — alongside 4DX presentations across international markets.
Ramayan Movie Release Date Confirmed: November 8, 2026 in India — Diwali Release by Sony Pictures
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan is officially releasing on November 8, 2026 in India and November 6 internationally via Sony Pictures — the biggest Diwali release in Indian cinema history.
Ramayan Movie OTT Release — When Will It Stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime & JioCinema?
Ramayan movie OTT release breakdown — which platform will stream it, when it will arrive after theatrical release, and what the digital rights deal could look like.
Sony Pictures Sets November 6 Global Release for Ramayana Across 59,000 Screens Worldwide
Sony Pictures Entertainment has confirmed a November 6, 2026 worldwide release date for Ramayana — the widest-ever global rollout for an Indian film across 59,000 screens in 37+ countries.
Ramayana Advance Booking Opens Soon — Premiere Shows from 4 PM on November 5 Across India
Ramayana premiere shows will begin from 4 PM on November 5, 2026 across India with premium pricing. Advance booking is expected to open in mid-October across all major cinema chains.
Ramayan Part 2 — Diwali 2027 Release, Story Split & What to Expect
Part 1 ends with Sita's abduction. Part 2 brings the war, Ravana's defeat, and Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya — releasing Diwali 2027.
Ramayan in 6 Languages — Hindi, Telugu, Tamil & More + Ticket Booking Guide
Ramayan releases simultaneously in 6 languages across 50,000+ screens. Here's your complete guide to languages, formats, and how to book tickets.
Ramayana Advance Booking Opening in Mid-October 2026 — How to Book Tickets on BookMyShow, PVR & Cinepolis
Sony Pictures is expected to open Ramayana advance booking in mid-October 2026 — weeks before the November 6 release. Here is everything you need to know about booking your tickets across all platforms and formats.
Ramayana Overseas Premiere — November 5 & 6 International Release: USA, UK, UAE, Australia Full Guide
Ramayana releases worldwide on November 6, 2026 via Sony Pictures across 50,000+ overseas screens. Premiere shows begin November 5 in India and select international markets. Here is the complete country-by-country guide.
Ramayana English Trailer Launched — Sony's Global Push for 50,000 International Screens
Sony Pictures has released an official English-language trailer for Ramayana 2026, confirming November 6 as the worldwide release date. The English trailer targets global audiences unfamiliar with the Ramayana — a strategic first for Indian cinema at this scale.
Ramayana Release Dates Fully Explained: Nov 5 Premiere Shows, Nov 6 Worldwide, Nov 8 India
Three dates, one film, zero confusion. Ramayana: Rise of a Legend premieres in India on November 5 (4 PM), opens worldwide on November 6 per Sony's official confirmation, and releases India-wide for Diwali on November 8.
Ramayana's October–November Event Calendar: BFI London, Royal Albert Hall, Dubai, Fan Meets and the Grand Mumbai Premiere
From a red carpet at BFI London Film Festival on October 7 to a live score performance at the Royal Albert Hall on October 20 — Ramayana's final promotional calendar before November 5 is unlike anything Indian cinema has done before.
Ramayana Ticket Price 2026 — IMAX, 4DX, ScreenX, Regular and Premiere: Complete Format-Wise Guide for Every City
IMAX premiere at ₹1,500 or standard at ₹200 — here is the complete ticket price guide for Ramayana across every format, every major city, and every booking platform before advance booking opens in mid-October.
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend — Official Title Revealed, New Posters Drop, November 6 Worldwide Confirmed
Part 1 of Nitesh Tiwari's epic now has its official name: 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend.' New posters of Ram, Sita, Lakshman, and Ravana dropped alongside the Sony confirmation of a November 6 worldwide release in 3D, IMAX, and Premium Large Formats.
Ramayana Gets PG-13 in USA — Hindi 3h15m vs English 2h45m: Two Films, Two Runtimes
AMC, Fandango and Cinemark list two separate Ramayana versions for US release. Hindi cut is 30 minutes longer with songs and interval. English version removes all songs.
Ramayana OTT Release: JioHotstar Pay-Per-View Confirmed — You Will NOT Get It Free on Any Subscription Plan
Ramayana will stream on JioHotstar post-theatrical, but NOT free with any subscription. A pay-per-view model means you pay separately to watch — just like a cinema ticket. Netflix and Amazon Prime deals were rejected. Here is everything you need to know.
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When and where to watch Ramayan — answered
Ramayan Part 1 released on November 8, 2026 in India — Diwali 2026. The film is now showing in cinemas across India. It released internationally from November 6, 2026 via Sony Pictures on 59,000 screens in 37+ countries.
International markets — including the US, UK, UAE, Canada, Australia, and 30+ more countries — received Ramayan from November 6, 2026, two days before the India release, via Sony Pictures Entertainment. The film is now playing worldwide.
Yes. Ramayan released on November 8, 2026 (Diwali) in India and November 6, 2026 internationally — exactly as announced. It collected Rs 125.51 crore net in India and Rs 221.05 crore worldwide in its first 3 days.
Yes. Ramayan is now showing in IMAX, ScreenX, 4DX, and premium large format (PLF) screens worldwide alongside standard theatrical screens on 59,000 screens across 37+ countries. IMAX shows are sold out in most major cities — check BookMyShow and PVR-INOX for availability.
Ramayan is showing in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada simultaneously — a true pan-India release. An English dubbed version is showing internationally via Sony Pictures.
Ramayan Part 2 is officially confirmed for Diwali 2028 — announced via post-credit text in Part 1. Part 2 covers the Lanka war, Hanuman's role, Ravana's defeat, and Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya. Sunny Deol's Lord Hanuman, teased in Part 1's mid-credit scene, is a central figure.
Diwali celebrates Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over Ravana — the very events depicted in the film. It is the most symbolically perfect release window in Indian cinema history for a film about Ram's journey.
Ramayan's OTT release has not been officially announced. The digital rights are with JioHotstar. Based on the theatrical window, OTT release is expected in January 2027 — approximately 8–10 weeks after the November 8 theatrical release. This page will be updated when officially confirmed.
Ramayan is releasing in two confirmed parts. Part 1 (now showing, Diwali 2026) covers Ram's exile, Sita's abduction, and the formation of the Vanar Sena. Part 2 (Diwali 2028) will cover the Lanka war and Ram's victorious return to Ayodhya. Producer Namit Malhotra has also hinted at a possible trilogy.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is the worldwide distributor for Ramayan, handling theatrical release on 50,000+ screens across 37+ countries from November 6, 2026. Dharma Productions handles India distribution.
