Ranbir-Yash's Ramayana trailer launch postponed, makers plan global rollout
The makers of Ramayana have postponed the trailer launch after partnering with Sony Pictures Entertainment for a global release. Namit Malhotra said the delay is part of a worldwide strategy and called it a landmark moment for Indian cinema.

The makers of Ramayana have postponed the launch of the film's much-awaited trailer, which was earlier scheduled to release on July 24. Producer Namit Malhotra shared the update on social media, revealing that the decision was taken following the film's partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment for a global release.
Announcing the development, Malhotra called it a landmark moment for Indian cinema and said his long-held dream of taking Ramayana to audiences across the world was finally becoming a reality.
"Today is a very special moment for our Ramayana. My dream of taking Ramayana to the world is now areality with our partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment,"he wrote.
Explaining the reason behind the delay, the producer added that the trailer will now be unveiled at a later date as part of a worldwide launch strategy.
Malhotra expressed confidence that Ramayana would mark a defining moment for Indian cinema, saying the film would be presented to international audiences on the scale of a major Hollywood release.
"In over 100 years of Indian cinema, this will become a moment of great pride, where Ramayana will be shown to the entire world like any major global Hollywood film. This is special as it opens the door for people around the world to discover the richness of our culture and our stories with renewed pride and enthusiasm,"he wrote.
"I thank all the fans and the believers of Ramayana for helping make this happen. The youth of our country are our future. Let's all do the best we can to protect our future. Jai Hind."
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The mythological epic is among the most ambitious Indian films ever mounted and is being positioned as a global cinematic event. On July 18, the film’s team launched the trailer in Delhi at a grand event.
It was also the first time that the makers had introduced the cast to the fans.
As anticipation builds for Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana: Part 1, the filmmakers have locked a key distribution partnership for the Indian market.Co-producers Namit Malhotra's DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations have joined hands with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, which will oversee the film's distribution across India.
On July 20, the makers showcased the trailer at ComicCom San Diego 2026.
Ramayana: Part 1 will release in theatres on Diwali 2026, while the second part will hit the big screens in 2027.
The makers of Ramayana have postponed the launch of the film's much-awaited trailer, which was earlier scheduled to release on July 24. Producer Namit Malhotra shared the update on social media, revealing that the decision was taken following the film's partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment for a global release.
Announcing the development, Malhotra called it a landmark moment for Indian cinema and said his long-held dream of taking Ramayana to audiences across the world was finally becoming a reality.
"Today is a very special moment for our Ramayana. My dream of taking Ramayana to the world is now areality with our partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment,"he wrote.
Explaining the reason behind the delay, the producer added that the trailer will now be unveiled at a later date as part of a worldwide launch strategy.
Malhotra expressed confidence that Ramayana would mark a defining moment for Indian cinema, saying the film would be presented to international audiences on the scale of a major Hollywood release.
"In over 100 years of Indian cinema, this will become a moment of great pride, where Ramayana will be shown to the entire world like any major global Hollywood film. This is special as it opens the door for people around the world to discover the richness of our culture and our stories with renewed pride and enthusiasm,"he wrote.
"I thank all the fans and the believers of Ramayana for helping make this happen. The youth of our country are our future. Let's all do the best we can to protect our future. Jai Hind."
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The mythological epic is among the most ambitious Indian films ever mounted and is being positioned as a global cinematic event. On July 18, the film’s team launched the trailer in Delhi at a grand event.
It was also the first time that the makers had introduced the cast to the fans.
As anticipation builds for Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana: Part 1, the filmmakers have locked a key distribution partnership for the Indian market.Co-producers Namit Malhotra's DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations have joined hands with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, which will oversee the film's distribution across India.
On July 20, the makers showcased the trailer at ComicCom San Diego 2026.
Ramayana: Part 1 will release in theatres on Diwali 2026, while the second part will hit the big screens in 2027.
The makers of Ramayana have postponed the launch of the film's much-awaited trailer, which was earlier scheduled to release on July 24. Producer Namit Malhotra shared the update on social media, revealing that the decision was taken following the film's partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment for a global release.
Announcing the development, Malhotra called it a landmark moment for Indian cinema and said his long-held dream of taking Ramayana to audiences across the world was finally becoming a reality.
"Today is a very special moment for our Ramayana. My dream of taking Ramayana to the world is now areality with our partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment,"he wrote.
Explaining the reason behind the delay, the producer added that the trailer will now be unveiled at a later date as part of a worldwide launch strategy.
Malhotra expressed confidence that Ramayana would mark a defining moment for Indian cinema, saying the film would be presented to international audiences on the scale of a major Hollywood release.
"In over 100 years of Indian cinema, this will become a moment of great pride, where Ramayana will be shown to the entire world like any major global Hollywood film. This is special as it opens the door for people around the world to discover the richness of our culture and our stories with renewed pride and enthusiasm,"he wrote.
"I thank all the fans and the believers of Ramayana for helping make this happen. The youth of our country are our future. Let's all do the best we can to protect our future. Jai Hind."
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The mythological epic is among the most ambitious Indian films ever mounted and is being positioned as a global cinematic event. On July 18, the film’s team launched the trailer in Delhi at a grand event.
It was also the first time that the makers had introduced the cast to the fans.
As anticipation builds for Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana: Part 1, the filmmakers have locked a key distribution partnership for the Indian market.Co-producers Namit Malhotra's DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations have joined hands with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, which will oversee the film's distribution across India.
On July 20, the makers showcased the trailer at ComicCom San Diego 2026.
Ramayana: Part 1 will release in theatres on Diwali 2026, while the second part will hit the big screens in 2027.