On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Thursday, the makers of the upcoming epic “Ramayana” unveiled the look of Lord Rama, played by Ranbir Kapoor. Calling it a “humbling experience,” the Bollywood star said that there is a purity about him that is very rare.
Ranbir on playing Rama, said in a statement: “I don’t think I’m here to represent Rama. I’m here to learn from him. There is a simplicity and purity to him that is very rare; and trying to understand and imbibe that has been a deeply humbling experience.” The ‘Rama’ teaser marks a significant moment for audiences worldwide, bringing into focus a figure whose story has endured for over 5,000 years.
Namit Malhotra-produced Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and a two-part cinematic franchise. Director Nitesh Tiwari said: “Ramayana’s greatness lies in its emotional richness. At its heart, it is not just about good and evil, but about choices, consequences, and the weight of doing what is right.”
He added: “Rama’s journey is deeply human and that is what we have tried to stay true to” Rama represents the kind of hero the world rarely sees anymore. A hero who chooses duty over desire. Who walks away from power when it is right to do so.
Who does what is necessary, even when it costs him everything. Revered as Maryada Purushottama, Rama embodies dignity, compassion, and moral clarity - even in the face of exile, loss, and injustice. That is what makes him timeless. Namit Malhotra, producer, shared: “The power of Rama’s story is not in what he conquers, but in what he lets go of.
He represents a standard that is not easy, not convenient; but necessary.” “He chooses duty over desire, truth over comfort, and sacrifice over self. That is why his story has endured for thousands of years, and why it continues to matter today.” The film also stars Sai Pallavi, Yash, Ravie Dubey, Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta and Amitabh Bachchan in key roles.
The Ramayana has been retold in over 300 versions across cultures and regions worldwide. Two music titans, Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman are joining forces for the film. ‘Ramayana’ is a two-part live-action cinematic universe being reimagined on the scale of the biggest tentpoles produced to date.
The film also features Hollywood’s top stunt directors Terry Notary (Avengers, Planet of the Apes) and Guy Norris (Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa), choreographing the epic battles between gods and demons. ‘Ramayana’ is being filmed for IMAX and will be released worldwide with Part 1 releasing in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027.