'Ramayana' Premiere Draws Bollywood Stars Ahead of 2026 Release

The premiere of 'Ramayana' in Mumbai saw a host of Bollywood celebrities and filmmakers in attendance. Ranbir Kapoor arrived in a maroon kurta paired with dark jeans, greeting paparazzi with folded hands and thanking fans for their support. Among the guests were Alia Bhatt, Sunny Deol, and Neetu Kapoor. Alia Bhatt captured attention in a grey saree with a blue border and an intricately beaded blouse, posing against a cosmic-themed backdrop, accompanied by Ranbir's mother, Neetu Kapoor. Sunny Deol also made a stylish entry in a white suit.

Director Nitesh Tiwari attended the event with his wife, filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, and their children. Ravie Dubey and his wife, actress Sargun Mehta, were also present, posing with smiles. Other notable attendees included Lara Dutta, Kunal Kapoor, Sache Parampara, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet, Jackky Bhagnani, and casting director Mukesh Chhabra. The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari.

'Ramayana' features a star-studded cast, with Ranbir Kapoor portraying Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita. The production is a collaborative effort by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios, in association with the eight-time Academy Award-winning visual effects and production studio DNEG, and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The project is planned as a two-part cinematic epic.

'Ramayana: Part 1' is scheduled for a worldwide release in cinemas on November 5, 2026. This will be followed by the release of 'Part 2' during Diwali in 2027.

What to watch: 'Ramayana: Part 1' releases worldwide on November 5, 2026.

Editor's note: The draft provides a comprehensive summary of the premiere event, including the attendees, the film's production details, and the release schedule.