Ramayana teaser OUT! Catch first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor in Rama avatar; Internet says — ‘Even Avengers will bow to….’

Ramayana teaser release: The highly anticipated film 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, will explore themes of truth and duty. The teaser was unveiled today, with movie release planned for Diwali 2026.

Written By Fareha Naaz
Updated2 Apr 2026, 10:25 AM IST
Namit Malhotra's 'Ramayana', starring Ranbir Kapoor, will release on  Diwali 2026.
Namit Malhotra's 'Ramayana', starring Ranbir Kapoor, will release on Diwali 2026.

Ramayana teaser release today: The makers of Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Ramayana' shared an important announcement about trailer date release on the occasion of Ram Navami. As the most awaited date has finally arrived, the team behind the upcoming film surprised audiences with first glimpse of their ambitious project featuring Ranbir Kapoor in Rama avatar.

The caption to the teaser states, "Rama is the greatest of all time because he lived a life where the choices he made were always in the benefit of the greater good, duty over desire, and sacrifice over self. His legacy continues to enhance and empower humanity over time and bring the belief in the goodness of the human spirit to resolve all conflict and bring peace to the world."

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Watch Ramayana teaser here:

Social media reaction

A user wrote, “Om Raut be like : Ab underground hone ka samay aa chuka hain.”

Another user remarked, “After Adipurush, we needed this healing. THIS is how you respect and represent our history.”

A third comment read, “Even the Avengers will bow to Lord Rama.”

A fourth user stated, “The Pushpak Vimana looks aesthetic. Ravana got some great designers and engineers lol.”

A fifth user said, “Was ready for a 30-40 sec glimpse , no way they released a 2:38 seconds of teaser , this one feels legit what india can truly present in global level. Mind is blown.”

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Setting the tone for a visually rich retelling of one of India’s most enduring epics, filmmaker Namit Malhotra in a post on X stated, "Shubh Rama Navami 🏹Thank you for your faith and patience. On 2nd April, Hanuman Jayanti, we take the first step together. #RamayanaByNamitMalhotra In cinemas, globally- Diwali 2026 & 2027."

Fans had been eagerly awaiting to witness Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Lord Rama, since Nitesh Tiwari made the announcement. The Ramayana team unveiled the teaser today at a grand launch event.

On 26 March, the makers launched the first poster and confirmed that the film will arrive in theatres on 2 October, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti. The film explores the themes of truth, duty and moral integrity. With Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman on board the music team, the much-hyped movie is the biggest film of current times and is planned to be released in two parts.

Also Read | Ranbir Kapoor instantly rejected the role of Lord Rama in Ramayana, 4 years ago

Set for Diwali release, Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari which features star-studded cast, including Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman besides Ranbir Kapoor as Rama.

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