Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Part One is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 5, coinciding with Diwali. The first instalment of the two-part mythological epic features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Raavan. While the film is set for a major theatrical release, its digital distribution plan will follow a different model from conventional subscription-based OTT releases.
Ramayana OTT Release: Where to Watch the Film
JioHotstar has partnered with Prime Focus Studios to bring Ramayana: Part One to digital audiences in India. Following its exclusive theatrical window, the film will be available on JioHotstar through a dedicated pay-per-view purchase option.
Under this arrangement, viewers will need to pay separately to access the film. An existing JioHotstar subscription will not automatically include the movie. However, the platform has not yet announced the digital premiere date or the price viewers will have to pay to watch it online.
Ramayana Advance Bookings Cross Rs 7 Crore
Advance bookings for Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend have reportedly crossed Rs 7 crore ahead of its scheduled November 5 release. The film has recorded a gross collection of Rs 7.10 crore for the opening day, with the figure standing at Rs 5.17 crore after excluding blocked seats.
According to trade website Sacnilk, around 1.26 lakh tickets have been sold across 3,707 shows. As of 10 am on October 22, the film had recorded 15 per cent occupancy, with eight shows reported as house full. Advance sales remain open, and the figures could change as more seats and screenings become available.
Ramayana: Part One will release worldwide in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and English.
Ramayana: Part One Cast and Production Details
Produced by Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana has been planned as a two-part live-action adaptation of the Indian epic. Shridhar Raghavan has adapted the screenplay from Valmiki’s Ramayana.
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi portrays Sita. Yash appears as Raavan, Sunny Deol plays Hanuman and Ravie Dubey takes on the role of Lakshman. The supporting cast includes Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Anupam Kher, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Kunal Kapoor and Kajal Aggarwal.
The film’s music is composed by Oscar-winning musicians Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. Ravi Bansal and Ramsey Avery have worked on production design, while Terry Notary and Guy Norris are associated with the action sequences.
The first film is expected to introduce the beginning of Rama’s journey, with the larger narrative continuing in the sequel. Ramayana: Part Two is scheduled to release during Diwali 2027. Ranbir Kapoor has also stated that approximately 50 per cent of the sequel had been filmed earlier this year.
Conclusion
With its theatrical release scheduled for Diwali, Ramayana: Part One is gearing up for a global audience across multiple languages. Its digital release on JioHotstar will follow a pay-per-view model, requiring viewers to make a separate purchase rather than rely solely on a subscription. Audiences will have to wait for the official announcement of the OTT release date and pricing details.