'Ramayana' First Look on Hanuman Jayanti; Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' Teaser Drops

Top Summary

• What happened: The makers of 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari, announced the first look release for April 2nd, coinciding with Hanuman Jayanti. SS Rajamouli's team also shared a teaser of their upcoming film 'Varanasi'.
• Why it matters: 'Ramayana' is one of the most anticipated and expensive Indian films. The first look launch signals the start of a major international promotional campaign.
• What changes for people: Fans will finally get a glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and the overall visual style of the epic.
• Who is affected: Fans of Indian cinema, devotees of Lord Rama, and the global audience interested in large-scale mythological adaptations.

'Ramayana' First Look Coming April 2nd

Producer Namit Malhotra officially announced that the first look of the highly anticipated Nitesh Tiwari directorial, 'Ramayana', will be revealed on April 2nd, Hanuman Jayanti.

Malhotra debunked rumors of a Ram Navami reveal, stating,

"On 2nd April, Hanuman Jayanti, we take the first step together."

This puts an end to speculation around an earlier launch.

 

A Story for Everyone

In a social media post, Malhotra emphasized the team's dedication to the project.

 

"This is a story that belongs to all of us, and every step we take has been guided by a deep sense of responsibility, devotion, and care to bring our very own Ramayana to life in its truest spirit and scale with utmost sincerity."

 

He expressed gratitude to the fans for their patience and faith. The film promises a grand launch with fans across the globe.

International Promotion Begins

The announcement precedes an extensive international promotional campaign, starting in the United States. Ranbir Kapoor, Nitesh Tiwari, and Namit Malhotra are expected to attend a media interaction in the US later this month.

'Ramayana' stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.

'Varanasi' Teaser Released

On Ram Navami, SS Rajamouli and the team behind 'Varanasi' offered a teaser of their upcoming film, showcasing the epic Ramayana battle scene.

The team shared the post with the note,

"You’ll see him in theatres by next Sri Rama Navami."

'Varanasi' is scheduled for release on April 7, 2027.

 

Release Dates Set

Mounted on a large scale, 'Ramayana' is slated to release in cinemas globally on Diwali 2026. Part 2 is scheduled to release on Diwali 2027.

What to Watch Next

Keep an eye out for the 'Ramayana' first look on April 2nd to get a glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. Also, continue following The Cliff News for further updates on both 'Ramayana' and 'Varanasi' as their release dates approach.