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The much-anticipated Ramayana teaser has been released, offering a first look at the cast of Ramayana 2026 and the scale of Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming adaptation. Unveiled on April 2, 2026, on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, the Ramayana teaser introduces Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, setting the tone for the film as a visually ambitious retelling of the epic.
The footage opens with expansive battlefield imagery before shifting to Rama framed against a rising sun. The character is presented with restraint, seen walking through crowds offering petals, before his full look is revealed with traditional ornaments and a composed expression.
The teaser closes with a brief appearance of Ravana, played by Yash, approaching the Pushpak Vimana, hinting at the scale of Ramayana part 1.
Cast of Ramayana 2026 Highlighted in Ramayana Teaser
The Ramayana teaser focuses firmly on its central characters, led by Ranbir Kapoor. The film also features Sai Pallavi and Yash in pivotal roles, alongside an ensemble that includes Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey.
Rama is the greatest of all time because he lived a life where the choices he made were always in the benefit of the greater good, duty over desire, and sacrifice over self.
— Namit Malhotra (@malhotra_namit) April 2, 2026
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In statements accompanying the release, Kapoor described his approach as one of learning from the character's values rather than portraying divinity. Producer Namit Malhotra emphasised that the narrative centres on choices and consequences, positioning Ramayana Part 1 as a story driven by emotional depth rather than spectacle alone.
Ramayana 2026 Budget and Production Scale
Questions like 'what is the budget of Ramayana 2026' around the film have circulated since early production stages. In 2025, producer Namit Malhotra confirmed that the combined Ramayana budget for the two-part film stands at approximately ₹4000 crore, making it one of the most expensive Indian productions to date.
The project is backed by DNEG and designed for large-format viewing, including IMAX. The film's music is composed by Hans Zimmer and A.R Rahman, indicating a strong focus on both visual and auditory scale.
Ramayana Part 1 Trailer Reactions and Release Timeline
While the teaser has generated strong industry praise, including from critic Taran Adarsh, who described it as visually striking, audience response on social media has been mixed, with some questioning whether the visuals meet expectations.
Ramayana Part 1focuses is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release, with the second installment planned for 2027. As anticipation builds, Ramayana 2026 remains one of the most closely watched upcoming releases.
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