Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana Set to Make Waves in China

Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film, Ramayana, is gearing up for a significant release in China, following the success of Dangal. With a promotional tour planned for September and a trailer launch in Delhi, excitement is building around this epic two-part franchise. The film features a star-studded cast, including Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, and marks the Bollywood debut of renowned composer Hans Zimmer. As the Chinese market prepares to welcome Bollywood back, fans are eager to see how this adaptation unfolds.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 13, 2026, 18:35 IST

Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana to Hit Chinese Theaters

A decade ago, Nitesh Tiwari's film Dangal shattered box office records in China, and it remains a benchmark in the industry. Following its success, the Chinese market saw a decline in Hindi films, with no significant releases in dubbed versions. However, recent reports indicate that Tiwari is set to return to China with his new project, Ramayana. The filmmaker, along with producer Namit Malhotra, is planning an extensive promotional tour in September, ahead of the film's theatrical release on Diwali 2026.

Promotional Tour Details

Ramayana's Promotional Plans in China

According to a report from Midday, Tiwari and Malhotra are currently negotiating with Chinese distributors for a four-day promotional event for Ramayana, featuring stars like Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi. A source has disclosed that they are organizing a press conference and a screening at the Pingyao International Film Festival on September 24, followed by a promotional tour during China's Golden Week starting October 1. The Chinese market has been closed to Bollywood films since 2020, and the final approval for this plan is still pending.

Trailer Release Information

Upcoming Trailer Release

The trailer for Ramayana is set to debut on July 24 in Delhi. A grand event is expected, with attendance from Ranbir, Yash, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, and Ravi Dubey, alongside Tiwari and Malhotra.

About Ramayana

Overview of Ramayana

Ramayana is envisioned as a two-part series, with the first installment releasing this Diwali and the second part slated for 2027. Directed by Tiwari and produced by Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the film features music by Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer, marking his debut in Bollywood, alongside AR Rahman.

Cast of Ramayana

Star-Studded Cast

In Ramayana, Ranbir Kapoor portrays Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi takes on the role of Goddess Sita. Yash makes his Bollywood debut as Ravana, with Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. Lara Dutta will play Kaikeyi, and Rakul Preet Singh is cast as Surpanakha. Kajal Aggarwal will portray Mandodari, Arun Govil is set to play King Dashrath, Vivek Oberoi will be Vidyutjihva, Kunal Kapoor is Lord Indra, Adinath Kothare will play Bharat, and Mohit Raina is expected to take on the role of Lord Shiva. The first part of the franchise has already been filmed, while Ramayana: Part Two is currently in production.