Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part 1 released on November 5, just ahead of Diwali, and it’s already one of the most talked-about Indian films of the year. Whether you’re a devoted fan of the epic or just looking for a big-screen Diwali plan, here’s what to know before you book tickets.
1. A Cast Built for Scale
Ranbir Kapoor stars as Lord Rama, with Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as the formidable Ravana. Sunny Deol plays Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey is Lakshman. Ranbir also appears as Parshurama, so watch for that second look.
2. A Score with Big Names
A R Rahman is the film’s music director, and Hans Zimmer is reportedly collaborating with him on the score. A war-heavy epic lives or dies on its music, so this is one to experience in a theatre with good sound.
3. A Long Watch, and a Big-Screen Film
The runtime is 3 hours 15 minutes, so plan your snacks and your evening accordingly. The film is out in premium large-format screens as well as standard ones, and an epic like this is best seen on the biggest screen near you. Budget estimates vary widely, but it’s clearly among the most ambitious Indian productions yet.
4. Ambitious VFX
The visual effects are handled by DNEG, and the teaser drew some criticism for its VFX. The trailer landed better with many viewers, but this is where opinions will differ most, so it’s worth judging for yourself.
5. Family-Friendly Viewing
The film has a U certificate and is out in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and English. Most of us grew up with this story, which makes it an easy family outing this Diwali, though the length may test younger kids.
Final Thoughts
Ramayana: Part 1 is a big swing carrying huge expectations. If you love large-scale mythological films and don’t mind a long runtime, it’s well worth seeing on a big screen. If you prefer fast-paced cinema, expect to settle in for a longer ride. Part 2 follows in 2027.
FAQs
Is Ramayana worth the hype?
If you enjoy large-scale mythological films, very likely yes. The budget, VFX, star cast and Nitesh Tiwari’s direction make it a big theatrical event.
Who plays Ram, Sita and Ravana?
Ranbir Kapoor is Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi is Sita, and Yash is Ravana. Sunny Deol plays Hanuman.
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