Ramayana: Part 1, Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part retelling of the epic with Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, opened on Thursday, November 5, 2026, and crossed ₹1,000 crore worldwide in eight days. Critics are mostly positive, the digital rights sit with JioHotstar on a pay-per-view basis with no streaming date yet, and Part 2 is set for Diwali 2028. This page has the day-wise box office, the review verdict, the ending explained behind a spoiler button, the OTT and Part 2 dates and where to watch.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Box office figures run through Day 8 (Thursday, November 12).
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Ramayana: Part 1 Quick Answers
- Box office: about ₹565 crore net in India and ₹1,033.55 crore worldwide after 8 days. See the day-wise table.
- Review verdict: 75 out of 100 on Sacnilk’s critics roundup, 14 positive, 5 mixed, 0 negative. See the reviews.
- Ending and credits scene: explained behind a spoiler button in Ramayana ending explained.
- Part 2 release date: Diwali 2028, confirmed by the producer. See Part 2.
- OTT release date: JioHotstar pay-per-view, no date or price yet. See OTT.
- Runtime and certificate: 195 minutes, U from the CBFC with no cuts.
Ramayana Part 1 Box Office Collection Day Wise
Here are the India net collections for all languages, from Sacnilk. The Day 1, 2, 3 and 5 figures match other outlets, and the eight-day total matches Goodreturns.
| Day | Date | India net (₹ crore) |
| Day 1 | Thursday, November 5 | 64.85 |
| Day 2 | Friday, November 6 | 48.05 |
| Day 3 | Saturday, November 7 | 69.80 |
| Day 4 | Sunday, November 8 (Diwali) | 56.15 |
| Day 5 | Monday, November 9 | 107.50 |
| Day 6 | Tuesday, November 10 | 94.10 |
| Day 7 | Wednesday, November 11 | 70.65 |
| Day 8 | Thursday, November 12 | 53.50 |
| Total | 8 days | 564.60 |
- Opening day: a pre-Diwali opening record, but below Adipurush (₹86.75 crore net) and Dhurandhar 2 (₹102.55 crore net).
- Biggest day: Monday, November 9, which Khaleej Times calls the biggest first Monday at the Indian box office.
- India gross after 8 days: about ₹675 crore.
- Worldwide gross after 8 days: ₹1,033.55 crore, including about ₹358.5 crore overseas, according to The Week and Business Standard.
- North America: it opened in about 1,433 theaters and took roughly $9 million over the November 6 to 8 weekend, according to The Numbers and Sacnilk.
- The ₹1,000 crore club: it got there in eight days. See our list of Bollywood movies that crossed ₹1,000 crore and our top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies.
Indian box office is not officially tracked, so trackers differ on net and gross and the numbers often move by a few crore after the first estimate. We will update this page as final figures come in.
Is Ramayana: Part 1 Worth Watching? Review and Verdict
Critics have been mostly positive. Sacnilk’s review roundup scores the film 75 out of 100 from 19 critics, with 14 positive, 5 mixed and none negative.
| Outlet | Rating |
| Bollywood Hungama | 5/5 |
| Times of India | 4.5/5 |
| The Guardian | 4/5 |
| Scroll | 4/5 |
| NDTV | 3/5 |
| Indian Express | 3/5 |
| Outlook | 2.5/5 |
| Rediff | 2.5/5 |
The most common praise is for Yash’s Ravana and the visual effects. Outlook says Yash’s performance gives the film its most engaging moments and calls the effects its greatest achievement. Onmanorama calls it an ambitious, grand but uneven epic, praises the score by Rahman and Zimmer, and says the effects are a clear step up from Adipurush though some CGI characters look artificial. Opinions on Ranbir Kapoor are split: Onmanorama calls his restrained Rama the film’s clearest strength, while Outlook finds him less convincing. The common criticism is that the spectacle outweighs the emotion, especially between Rama and Sita.
Our read of the reviews: it is worth seeing on a big screen if you want scale, effects and a strong Ravana, and less so if you want a deep emotional drama. At 195 minutes it is a long sit. The U certificate means the whole family can watch it.
Ramayana: Part 1 Ending Explained (Spoilers)
⚠ Show the ending and credits scene
How Part 1 ends: Ravana abducts Sita and carries her toward Lanka. Jatayu, voiced by Anupam Kher, tries to stop him and is badly wounded. Before he dies, he tells Rama that Ravana took Sita. The film closes after Jatayu’s last rites, with Rama vowing to find Lanka, rescue Sita and defeat Ravana. The showdown between Rama and Ravana is saved for Part 2. Sita drops her jewellery during the abduction, which sets up Rama tracing her route.
The credits scene: Sunny Deol appears as Hanuman, a giant figure with his face hidden, who chants “Jai Shri Ram” to the sound of the Hanuman Chalisa and takes flight. It sets up Hanuman’s role in the search for Sita.
Where Part 2 picks up: reports expect the sequel to cover the search for Sita, the journey to Lanka and the war with Ravana. The exact opening has not been revealed.
Ramayana Part 2 Release Date
Ramayana: Part 2 is set for Diwali 2028. Producer Namit Malhotra confirmed the date, which replaces the earlier Diwali 2027 window, saying the team wants to take more time to deliver the finale, according to Sacnilk, The Week and Hollywood Reporter India. That is about two years after Part 1.
Ramayana Part 1 OTT Release Date
The digital rights to Ramayana: Part 1 are with JioHotstar, and the film is expected to arrive as a standalone pay-per-view release in India after its theatrical run, according to Outlook, Esquire India and Digit. That means you would rent it rather than see it included in a subscription. Producers Prime Focus Studios and JioHotstar have not announced an OTT date or a price. We will update this page when one is confirmed.
Where to Watch Ramayana: Part 1
Ramayana: Part 1 is playing in cinemas now, including IMAX and other premium formats, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. In North America it is released by Sony Pictures and plays in about 1,433 theaters. Book through your local cinema chain or ticketing app and check listings for the language you want. Cinemas are the only way to watch it for now. If you are choosing a film this weekend, our Godzilla Minus Zero guide covers the other big release.
Ramayana Part 1 Trailer
The video above is the official trailer from the Sony Pictures Entertainment YouTube channel.
Ramayana: Part 1 Cast
| Actor | Character |
| Ranbir Kapoor | Rama |
| Sai Pallavi | Sita |
| Yash | Ravana |
| Sunny Deol | Hanuman |
| Ravi Dubey | Lakshman |
| Arun Govil | Dasharatha |
| Lara Dutta | Kaikeyi |
| Kajal Aggarwal | Mandodari |
| Rakul Preet Singh | Shurpanakha |
| Anupam Kher | Jatayu (voice) |
For photos, every character explained and the full list, see our Ramayana: Part 1 cast and characters guide.
Ramayana: Part 1 at a Glance
| Detail | Ramayana: Part 1 |
| Release date | Thursday, November 5, 2026, in cinemas |
| Director | Nitesh Tiwari |
| Producer | Namit Malhotra (Prime Focus Studios), with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations |
| Visual effects | DNEG |
| Music | A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer |
| Runtime | 195 minutes (3 hours 15 minutes) |
| Certificate | U (CBFC), with no cuts |
| Languages | Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam |
| Formats | IMAX and other premium formats |
| Part 2 | Diwali 2028 |
| Streaming | JioHotstar pay-per-view, no date announced |
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Ramayana: Part 1 FAQ
What is the Ramayana Part 1 box office collection?
After eight days it had about ₹565 crore net in India and ₹1,033.55 crore worldwide gross, according to trade trackers. The film made ₹64.85 crore net on its opening day.
Did Ramayana Part 1 cross ₹1,000 crore?
Yes. It crossed ₹1,000 crore worldwide in eight days.
Is Ramayana Part 1 a hit?
It has the biggest start of the Diwali season, a record first Monday and mostly positive reviews. A final verdict depends on its full run.
Is Ramayana Part 1 worth watching?
Most critics say yes for the scale, effects and Yash’s Ravana, though some find it more spectacle than emotion. It runs 195 minutes.
How does Ramayana Part 1 end?
The ending is explained in the spoiler section above. The Rama and Ravana showdown is saved for Part 2.
Does Ramayana Part 1 have a post-credit scene?
Yes. A scene during the credits introduces Sunny Deol as Hanuman. The details are in the spoiler section above.
When is Ramayana Part 2 releasing?
Diwali 2028, according to producer Namit Malhotra. It was earlier planned for Diwali 2027.
When will Ramayana Part 1 release on OTT?
No date has been announced. The digital rights are with JioHotstar, and the film is expected to be pay-per-view after its theatrical run.
Which OTT platform will stream Ramayana Part 1?
JioHotstar holds the digital rights.
How long is Ramayana Part 1?
195 minutes, which is 3 hours 15 minutes.
What is the certificate for Ramayana Part 1?
The CBFC gave it a U certificate with no cuts.
Who plays Rama, Sita and Ravana?
Ranbir Kapoor plays Rama, Sai Pallavi plays Sita and Yash plays Ravana.
Who directed Ramayana Part 1?
Nitesh Tiwari, who also directed Dangal. It is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.
In which languages is Ramayana Part 1 releasing?
Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.
Is Ramayana Part 1 releasing in the US?
Yes. Sony Pictures released it in about 1,433 North American theaters the same week as India.
Sources: release date, runtime, certificate and crew are from Esquire India, Sacnilk and Outlook. Box office is from Sacnilk, Goodreturns, The Week, Business Standard, Khaleej Times and The Numbers. Reviews are from Sacnilk’s review roundup, Outlook and Onmanorama. The ending and credits scene are from Sacnilk, The Week and Hollywood Reporter India. The Part 2 date is from Sacnilk, The Week and Hollywood Reporter India. OTT details are from Outlook, Esquire India and Digit. The cast list follows our cast guide. This page is not affiliated with the makers.
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