Ramayan Movie Songs
For the first time in history, two Oscar-winning composers collaborate on an Indian film. Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman score Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayan — and the result will be as monumental as the story itself.
Historic First
Hans Zimmer × A.R. Rahman — Together for the First Time
No Indian film has ever assembled two composers of this stature simultaneously. Between them, Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman hold 4 Academy Awards, 4 Grammy Awards, 2 BAFTAs, and 2 Golden Globes. Their combined filmography has scored some of the most emotionally powerful moments in cinema history — from Gladiator's final arena to Lagaan's rain sequence. Now they compose together for the first time.
Music released under T-Series. Rama Theme and Introduction Theme already streaming — bookmark this page for full album updates.
The Composers
Who are Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman — and why does their collaboration matter?
Hans Zimmer
The Architect of Modern Epic Cinema
Born in Frankfurt, Germany, Hans Zimmer is the composer who defined what epic cinema sounds like for a generation. His work on The Lion King (1994) introduced him to global audiences; The Dark Knight trilogy (2005–2012) redefined the superhero genre's sonic identity; Inception (2010) and Interstellar (2014) proved that orchestral music could be as intellectually complex as the films they scored.
- —Academy Award — The Lion King (1995)
- —2 Grammy Awards
- —BAFTA, Golden Globe winner
- —Composed: Gladiator, Dune, Dunkirk, The Last Samurai
Ramayan is Hans Zimmer's first-ever Indian film — and he chose it himself.
A.R. Rahman
The Mozart of Madras
Allah Rakha Rahman, born in Chennai, transformed Indian film music with his debut score for Roja (1992). His ability to blend classical Indian ragas, Sufi devotional music, Western orchestration, and electronic production created a new musical language that the world had never heard. When Slumdog Millionaire (2008) won him the Academy Award, it announced Indian film music to the global stage.
- —2 Academy Awards — Slumdog Millionaire (2009)
- —2 Grammy Awards
- —BAFTA, Golden Globe winner
- —Composed: Roja, Lagaan, Dil Se, Taal, Rockstar, Highway
The composer of Ram's story in 'Lagaan' now composes Ram's own story.
What to Expect
The musical landscape of Ramayan — from devotional bhajans to battle scores
Title Track & Theme
A grand title theme invoking the epic scale of the Ramayan — expected to feature large choir, orchestral swell, and Vedic Sanskrit verses. Likely the most heard piece of music in India in 2026.
Ram–Sita Love Songs
The tender, devotional love between Ram and Sita demands soulful compositions — melodious songs that capture the purity and depth of their bond, likely in the tradition of classical romantic Indian songs.
Devotional & Bhajan
The Hanuman-Ram devotional relationship is the spiritual centre of the Ramayan. Expect powerful bhajans and Vedic chants — particularly around the Sundar Kand sequences featuring Hanuman.
War & Battle Score
The Lanka war sequences demand a thunderous, relentless battle score — Hans Zimmer's domain. Expect massive percussive rhythms, brass fanfares, and driving strings beneath the 1,200+ VFX-powered war sequences.
Exile & Grief
Ram's separation from Sita, and her months of captivity in Lanka, require deeply emotional, intimate compositions — likely featuring Indian classical instruments: sitar, flute, and veena.
Closing & Return Theme
Ram's return to Ayodhya — the triumphant finale of Part 2 — will need a transcendent closing theme. The emotional peak of the entire two-film journey, set to the origin of Diwali itself.
The Sound of Ramayan — East Meets West
The Ramayan score is expected to blend two great musical traditions: India's ancient classical heritage and Hans Zimmer's signature Western orchestral power. This means instruments that have never shared a recording studio at this scale will come together.
Indian Classical
- — Sitar (melodic narrative passages)
- — Tabla & Mridangam (rhythmic foundation)
- — Veena (divine, celestial sequences)
- — Bansuri flute (Ram–Sita love themes)
- — Sanskrit & Vedic choral vocals
Western Orchestral
- — Full string orchestra (emotional sweep)
- — Brass section (battle and heroic themes)
- — Large percussion (war sequences)
- — Choir (epic scale moments)
- — Electronic layering (Zimmer's signature)
Songs FAQs
Everything about the Ramayan soundtrack, composers, and release
Who is composing music for Ramayan movie?
Ramayan's music is composed by Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman — two Oscar-winning composers working together for the first time on an Indian film. Zimmer is known for The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Gladiator, and Dune. Rahman won the Academy Award for Slumdog Millionaire and has scored Lagaan, Roja, and dozens of landmark Indian films.
Is Hans Zimmer composing music for Ramayan?
Yes. Hans Zimmer is confirmed as one of the composers for Ramayan, working alongside A.R. Rahman. This marks his first-ever Indian film score. His works include Gladiator, The Lion King, Inception, Interstellar, and Dune.
Is A.R. Rahman composing music for Ramayan?
Yes. A.R. Rahman — the Mozart of Madras — is confirmed for the Ramayan soundtrack alongside Hans Zimmer. Rahman holds 2 Academy Awards, 2 Grammy Awards, and a BAFTA. He previously composed iconic Hindi film scores including Roja, Lagaan, Dil Se, Taal, and Rockstar.
When will Ramayan movie songs release?
Two tracks have already been released: the 'Introduction Theme' (2025) and 'Rama Theme' (April 4, 2026), both via T-Series. The full soundtrack album release date has not been announced yet. Based on the November 8, 2026 theatrical release, the remaining songs are expected to drop 4–8 weeks before — likely September or October 2026. Bookmark this page for updates.
Where can I listen to Ramayan movie songs?
Ramayan songs are released under the T-Series music label and available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana, and Wynk Music. The 'Rama Theme' and 'Introduction Theme' are already streaming. Remaining tracks will be released globally across all platforms closer to the theatrical release.
How many songs will Ramayan movie have?
The exact tracklist has not been officially released. A major Bollywood epic of this scale typically features 6–10 songs plus an extended background score album. Given the dual-composer setup, both an Indian classical and a Western orchestral component are expected.
Will the Ramayan soundtrack have devotional songs?
Yes. The Ramayan story is deeply devotional by nature, and the soundtrack is expected to include Vedic chants, Sanskrit shlokas, and devotional bhajans — particularly around the Ram-Hanuman relationship and the emotional sequences of Sita's captivity.
Will there be an English version of Ramayan songs?
Given the international release via Sony Pictures on 50,000+ screens across 37+ countries, an English language version or English subtitled version of the soundtrack is expected. The English dub trailer already demonstrated a Western-accessible musical approach. Music rights are held by T-Series.
What kind of music will the Ramayan background score have?
Expect a sweeping orchestral background score that blends Indian classical instruments (sitar, tabla, veena, flute) with Hans Zimmer's signature Western orchestration — large strings, brass, and choir. The war sequences, in particular, are expected to be sonically overwhelming.
Has any song from Ramayan been released yet?
Yes. The 'Rama Theme' was released on April 4, 2026, and the 'Introduction Theme' was released in 2025 — both are already available on major streaming platforms via T-Series. Additional songs and the full soundtrack album are expected closer to the November 2026 theatrical release.