Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana Begins: A Groundbreaking Global Project Unveils The Introduction
Namit Malhotra’s monumental live-action adaptation of the Ramayana, an epic revered by billions, is officially underway. Announced on July 3, 2025, with the global launch of Ramayana: The Introduction, this cinematic universe promises to bring one of history’s most powerful myths to life in an unprecedented scale—combining Hollywood excellence with Indian storytelling brilliance.
✨ A Global Launch Like Never Before
The trailer debut spanned nine Indian cities and took over New York’s Times Square in a spectacular showcase. Supported by industry icons and heated anticipation, the rollout underlines this film’s global ambitions—a celebration of culture, spectacle, and cinematic scale.
🛡️ Epic Saga Begins
In a world shaped by the cosmic forces—Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva—a new power arises: Ravana, the demon-king consumed by his ambition to confront the divine protector, Vishnu. To counter this threat, Vishnu incarnates as Prince Rama, setting the stage for their legendary clash: Light vs. Darkness, Mortal vs. Immortal, Duty vs. Destruction. This timeless tale is set to come alive in a breathtaking new form.
🎥 Star-Studded Ensemble Cast & Crew
- Ranbir Kapoor steps in as Rama, marking a multi-generational cinematic legacy.
- Yash, also co-producer, commands the screen as Ravana, blending gravitas and intensity.
- Sai Pallavi brings both strength and grace to Sita.
- Sunny Deol lends his powerhouse presence as Hanuman.
- Ravi Dubey portrays Lakshmana, Rama’s devoted brother.
Cinema’s finest technicians join the project:
- Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer & A.R. Rahman unite to weave a transcendent musical tapestry.
- Iconic stunt directors Terry Notary (Avengers) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road) choreograph mythic combat.
- Visionaries Ravi Bansal (Dune 2) and Ramsey Avery (Captain America) reconstruct ancient India with world-class production design.
🌟 A Vision Shared
Namit Malhotra remarks, “This isn’t just cinema; it’s a cultural legacy realized on a global canvas.”
Director Nitesh Tiwari adds, “Ramayana is woven into our identity—we’ve crafted it with reverence, grandeur, and storytelling excellence fit for the world stage.”
🎬 Grand Scale, Grand Vision
Filmed natively for IMAX, the two-part saga is set to launch during Diwali 2026 (Part 1) and Diwali 2027 (Part 2), offering a fully immersive journey into the timeless epic.
The debut glimpse, shown exclusively on Prasads’ cutting-edge PCX screen, has already drawn applause for its visual mastery. Critics are calling it a cinematic spectacle of otherworldly scale—an experience unlike anything witnessed before.
This Ramayana isn’t just a story retold—it’s a cultural phenomenon, a cinematic marvel, and a masterpiece in the making.
