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Sony schedules global release for Indian epic ‘Ramayana’ in November

The two-part adaptation directed by Nitesh Tiwari will debut its first installment during the Diwali holiday window.

Updated Sep 3, 2026 · 02:18 UTC2 reports

The short version

  • Sony Pictures Entertainment has set a worldwide theatrical release date of November 6 for Part 1 of the mythological epic "Ramayana."
  • The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, featuring music composed jointly by Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman.
  • A second installment is scheduled to arrive during Diwali in 2027.

Key facts

  • Sony Pictures Entertainment has scheduled the global release of "Ramayana" Part 1 for November 6, timed to the Diwali holiday window.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • Part 2 of the two-part adaptation is scheduled for release during Diwali in 2027.[Variety]
  • The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and stars Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman are collaborating to compose the film's musical score.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • The production is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, with visual effects provided by DNEG.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]

What remains uncertain

  • Outlets report differing information regarding domestic Indian distribution, with one attributing it to Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and another identifying producer Prime Focus Studios as the distributor.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]

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