One of the most eagerly awaited films in Bollywood, Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and reportedly starring Ranbir Kapoor, has taken a major step forward with the clearance of its title announcement video. According to a report by Pinkvilla, the short video has been approved by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), receiving a ‘U’ certificate from its Mumbai Regional Office on May 5. The video runs for 2 minutes and 36 seconds, and while it hasn’t been officially unveiled yet, the certification has significantly heightened excitement among fans and cinephiles.
The film is being positioned as a two-part cinematic epic. Ramayana Part 1 is slated for a grand theatrical release during Diwali 2026, with Part 2 expected to follow a year later during Diwali 2027. The story, rooted in the ancient Indian scripture, is expected to be a visually rich and immersive spectacle, blending mythology with cutting-edge technology and storytelling.
The project is being spearheaded by Namit Malhotra of Prime Focus and DNEG, who shared his vision in November 2024 via Instagram. He wrote, “More than a decade ago, I embarked on a noble quest to bring this epic that has ruled billions of hearts for over 5,000 years to the big screen. And today, I am thrilled to see it taking shape beautifully… Join us as we fulfil our dream of bringing our greatest epic to life with pride and reverence.”
While the official cast is yet to be formally announced, strong industry buzz and leaked set photos suggest that Ranbir Kapoor will be seen as Lord Ram, with Sai Pallavi playing Sita, and Yash taking on the role of Ravana. Yash, who is also co-producing the film, had earlier stated in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India that Ravana is one of the “most fascinating” characters he’s ever had the opportunity to portray.
With the title reveal video now certified, fans are eagerly waiting for its public release, which is expected to offer the first glimpse into the tone, aesthetics, and vision of what may become one of Indian cinema’s most iconic mythological adaptations.
