The wait is almost over. After weeks of release date speculation, the picture around Ramayana: Part One is finally getting clearer, and it’s good news for fans on both sides of the globe. Here’s everything you need to know before you book your tickets.
Ramayana Part One: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Producer | Namit Malhotra |
| Director | Nitesh Tiwari |
| Cast | Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol and more |
| India distributor | Dharma |
| International distributor | Sony Pictures |
| India previews | November 4 (Wednesday) |
| India opening day | November 5 (Thursday) |
Why the Date Was So Confusing?
Fans had plenty to debate. Some expected a November 6 release, the Friday before Diwali, and a few overseas schedules even listed it. Others guessed the day after Diwali, a pattern several big Diwali releases have followed over the past decade. A Monday release wouldn’t suit a film pitched as a global event, though.
Then came a rumour of a Diwali-day release on Sunday, November 8, two days after the international opening. That turned out to be a misreading of an interview, but it caused real panic, since India opening after overseas markets would be unusual for a big Indian film.
The Final Plan: Wednesday Previews, Thursday Opening
According to Pinkvilla’s exclusive, India gets paid previews on November 4 and the official opening on November 5. The logic is simple: many overseas markets open on Thursday, and India needs to be at least level with them. Wednesday previews solve that neatly.
Is a Pre-Diwali Release Risky?
Traditionally, the days before Diwali are a quiet period for the box office, but that concern has faded. In 2024, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again both released on Diwali day, usually the weakest day, and still did well. Some impact is expected, but strong early demand should carry the film through, with the post-Diwali Monday onward looking like overdrive.
For background on the epic behind the film, see Ramayana on Wikipedia.
Worldwide Release Schedule
| Territory | Date |
|---|---|
| India (previews) | Nov 4 (Wed) |
| India (opening) | Nov 5 (Thu) |
| North America (previews) | Nov 4 (Wed) |
| North America (opening), Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Germany, rest of Europe, Latin America | Nov 5 (Thu) |
| United Kingdom, South Africa, Mauritius | Nov 6 (Fri) |
| China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong | TBD |
The UK could still shift to Thursday or even Wednesday. East Asian markets may get a day-and-date release or a later one. Pinkvilla notes that the dates are more or less locked but can change from day to day.
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FAQs
When does Ramayana Part One release in India?
Paid previews begin November 4, with the official opening on November 5.
Who stars in Ramayana Part One?
Ranbir Kapoor and Yash lead an ensemble that includes Sai Pallavi and Sunny Deol.
