Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan releases on November 8, 2026 in India (Diwali 2026) on 50,000+ screens across 37+ countries — distributed in India by Dharma Productions and worldwide by Sony Pictures from November 6.
Countdown to Diwali Release
Two-part epic — Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027
November 8, 2026
Releasing November 2026
Covers Ram's 14 years of exile, Sita's abduction by Ravana, and the formation of the Vanar Sena army.
Diwali 2027
Pre-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)
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.
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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.
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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.
When and where to watch Ramayan — answered
Ramayan Part 1 releases on November 8, 2026 in India — Diwali 2026. This is the most symbolically perfect date since Diwali celebrates Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana.
International markets — including the US, UK, UAE, Canada, Australia, and 30+ more countries — get Ramayan from November 6, 2026, two days before the India release, via Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Ramayan is releasing in 2026 — specifically November 8, 2026 in India. The film was originally planned for 2025 but the extensive VFX production (1,200+ artists across 5 studios) pushed the release to Diwali 2026.
Yes. Ramayan has been filmed for IMAX and will release in IMAX, ScreenX, 4DX, and premium large format (PLF) screens worldwide alongside standard theatrical screens on 50,000+ screens across 37+ countries. IMAX bookings are expected to open closer to the release date.
Ramayan will release simultaneously in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada — making it a true pan-India release. An English dubbed version using Brahma AI lip-sync technology is also releasing internationally via Sony Pictures.
Ramayan Part 2 is officially confirmed for Diwali 2027 — approximately one year after Part 1. Part 2 covers the Lanka war, Ravana's defeat, and Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya (Diwali itself).
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.
The OTT release date for Ramayan has not been officially announced. Typically, major Sony Pictures theatrical releases arrive on OTT platforms 8–12 weeks after their theatrical run. The OTT partner is expected to be announced after the theatrical release.
Ramayan will be released in two parts. Part 1 (Diwali 2026) covers Ram's exile, Sita's abduction, and the formation of the Vanar Sena. Part 2 (Diwali 2027) covers the Lanka war and Ram's victorious return to Ayodhya.
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.
