Anticipation Grows for 'Ramayana' as Release of Second Part Faces Delay
Upcoming Release of 'Ramayana'
The eagerly awaited first installment of director Nitesh Tiwari's film 'Ramayana' is set to hit theaters soon. However, recent reports indicate that fans may have to wait longer than anticipated for the sequel. Originally scheduled for a Diwali 2027 launch, producer Namit Malhotra is now contemplating a delay until Diwali 2028 for 'Ramayana 2'.
Reasons Behind the Delay of 'Ramayana 2'
What is causing the postponement?
Reports suggest that the production team needs more time to finalize the filming of 'Ramayana 2'. The sequel includes several significant battle scenes that are being designed on a grand scale, prompting the producers to consider a one-year delay.
While the first part is set to premiere shortly, some segments of the second part remain unfilmed. The epic scale of 'Ramayana' will be fully realized in the sequel, which centers around the war. Therefore, additional time is essential for the development of these crucial sequences. However, no official statement has been made regarding a revised release date.
Ticket Sales Surge for 'Ramayana'
Booking Statistics
Recent data reveals a surge in ticket sales for 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend'. As of the morning of October 23, over 147,000 tickets had been sold across 3,964 screenings. The total revenue from bookings, including blocked seats, reached ₹8.27 crore, while the figure excluding blocked seats stands at ₹6.25 crore.
Increase in Showings
More Screenings Available
The number of screenings for 'Ramayana' has also increased. Initially tracking 3,533 shows, this number has now risen by 12 percent to 3,964. Total bookings, including blocked seats, have surged by 58 percent, jumping from 92,755 tickets to over 147,000.
As a result, the average tickets sold per show have increased from 26 to 37. However, none of the tracked shows have sold out, and a considerable number of seats remain available. By Thursday night, advance bookings across major multiplex chains, including PVR INOX and Cinepolis, had exceeded 50,000 tickets.
There has been a notable rise in interest for premium formats like IMAX and 4DX, while bookings for standard multiplex screens are gradually gaining traction.