Ramayana First Look Unveiled: Ranbir Kapoor As Ram, Yash As Ravana Steal The Spotlight

The wait is finally over! The first look of Nitesh Tiwari’s magnum opus Ramayana is here, and it’s nothing short of a visual spectacle. With Ranbir Kapoor stepping into the divine shoes of Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash bringing intensity to the role of Ravana, this mythological retelling promises an epic experience.

A Glimpse That Gave Goosebumps

The 3-minute reveal showcases stunning visuals and high-end VFX. Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Ram radiates poise and power—he’s seen drawing arrows with fierce focus, climbing trees, and aiming with warrior-like precision. Even with just a glimpse, he captures the essence of the righteous prince.


Meanwhile, Yash’s brief appearance as Ravana stole the show. Shrouded in shadows, his character exudes menace and mystery. Just a flicker of his face was enough to send the internet into a frenzy.

Internet's Thunderous Applause

Fans and celebrities alike are all praises. "Those 2 second clip of Ranbir blew my mind," commented a fan. Another wrote, “Yash as Ravana peaked.” Social media was flooded with reactions calling it the "greatest faceoff between the stars” and “Now this is how you drop a first look.” Alia Bhatt even double-tapped the official post, showing her quiet yet proud support.

A Massive Dream, Now Reality

Namit Malhotra, founder of Prime Focus Studios and the film’s producer, called it “Ten years of Aspiration. Relentless Conviction to bring the Greatest Epic of all time to the World. An outcome through a collaboration of some of the world’s best to ensure that Ramayana is presented with the greatest amount of Reverence and Respect. Welcome to the Beginning. Let’s Celebrate the IMMORTAL story of Rama v/s Ravana. Our Truth. Our History” in a heartfelt Instagram post. His vision? To present Ramayana with reverence and cinematic brilliance for audiences around the world.

A Star-Studded Epic

Besides Ranbir, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, the ensemble includes Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravie Dubey as Laxman, Kajal Aggarwal, and Lara Dutta. Interestingly, despite being the central figures of the conflict, Ram and Ravana may not share much screen time—a creative choice that adds curiosity.

Bigger Than Anything We've Seen

Set to release in two parts—Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027—Ramayana is being crafted for large-format screens like IMAX. Its reported budget? A staggering ₹835 crore—making it the most expensive Indian film ever, surpassing Kalki 2898 AD, RRR, and Adipurush.

A Pan-India Unveiling

The first look was released across major Indian cities—Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and more. However, the key cast gave the events a miss. Ranbir is currently in London with Alia and Neetu Kapoor, while Yash and his wife are overseas too.

A Story for the Ages, Told Anew

Ramayana isn’t just another big-budget film. It’s a cinematic journey into India’s soul—retold with grandeur, modern storytelling, and technological mastery. The immortal tale of Ram vs. Ravana is being reimagined for a new generation—and the journey has only just begun.