Ramayana: Part 1 Trailer Released, Showcasing Epic Storyline
Exciting Trailer Launch for Ramayana: Part 1
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Mumbai, July 30: The official trailer for the much-anticipated film Ramayana: Part 1, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, has been released. The trailer debuted in the early hours of July 30, 2026, and is available in five Indian languages: Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
The trailer begins with Yash portraying Ravana as he claims the throne of Lanka. It then delves into the rich mythology of the Ramayana, starting from Lord Ram's life in Ayodhya.
Key moments from the epic are highlighted, including Ram's commitment to Kaikeyi, his exile, the Surpanakha incident, and the abduction of Sita.
Ranbir Kapoor takes on the role of Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi plays Goddess Sita, Yash embodies Ravana, and Ravie Dubey portrays Lord Lakshman, all fitting their roles perfectly.
Other notable cast members include Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, and Arvind Govil as King Dashrath, who all seem to bring their characters to life effectively.
Written by acclaimed screenwriter Shridhar Raghavan, Ramayana features a significant collaboration between East and West, with music composed by Oscar winners Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman.
Producer and creative architect Namit Malhotra shared insights about the film, stating, "The Ramayana is not just one of our greatest epics; it is part of how we live, celebrate and pass on our values from one generation to the next. Every year, Dussehra and Diwali remind us that its message continues to guide millions through the triumph of light over darkness and righteousness over evil. Very few stories continue to shape everyday life thousands of years after they were first told. The Ramayana does.”
He continued, “Having spent much of my life working across the global film industry, I have always believed that India's greatest stories deserve to be experienced on the world's biggest stage. Today, we finally have the artists, the technology, the craftsmanship and the collective ambition to present this extraordinary cultural legacy to audiences everywhere with the authenticity, scale and cinematic excellence it deserves.”
Malhotra emphasized, “This is not simply the beginning of a film. It is the beginning of a journey to celebrate India's cultural richness with the world. India has always lived this story. It is now our privilege to share it with the world."
Nitesh Tiwari, the film's director, remarked, "The Ramayana is one of the greatest stories ever told, not because of its scale, but because of the timeless values it represents. As a filmmaker, I never felt the responsibility to make it universal, it already is. My responsibility has been to approach it with complete honesty, authenticity and reverence.”
He added, “Every creative decision we have made - from the writing and performances to the production design, music, visual effects and every frame on screen, has been guided by a single thought: to honour this extraordinary legacy with the dignity and respect it deserves while presenting it through the finest cinematic craftsmanship possible.”
Tiwari concluded, “It has been the privilege of a lifetime to work alongside some of the world's finest artists, technicians and storytellers in bringing this vision to life. I hope audiences everywhere experience not just the spectacle of Ramayana, but also the emotion, humanity, and timeless spirit that have allowed it to endure for thousands of years."
For those unfamiliar, Ramayana: Part One, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with the eight-time Academy Award-winning VFX studio DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, is set to be released globally on Diwali 2026.