The Ramayana team made a grand appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, promoting India’s most ambitious mythological drama on a global stage. Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, director Nitesh Tiwari, and producer Namit Malhotra attended the prestigious event on July 23, marking the second Indian film to receive a major showcase at the iconic pop culture convention after Kalki 2898 AD.
Ranbir’s Emotional Journey Playing Lord Rama
Speaking at the Comic-Con panel in Ballroom 20, Ranbir Kapoor opened up about the weight of portraying Lord Rama. “I remember when I first got offered this film, there was so much fear and doubt. ‘Can I do it too?’ Am I good enough?’ However, I think that doubt turned into gratitude early on. I think it was a blessing, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and a moral responsibility,” the star actor revealed.
Reflecting on the epic’s cultural significance at the San Diego Comic-Con, Ranbir said, “The Ramayana is deeply ingrained in our subconscious. Lord Rama has been the guardian of the consciousness of millions of people around the world, generation after generation, for over 4,000 years. He is the embodiment of the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity.”
Global Launch and Release Strategy
The San Diego Comic-Con promotion follows Sony Pictures Entertainment’s recent partnership as the international distributor for Ramayana. The studio’s involvement signals the film’s massive global ambitions, positioning it as a cultural bridge between Indian mythology and worldwide audiences.
This two-part live-action adaptation of the epic Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra. The first part is set for a grand worldwide theatrical release this Diwali, with the second installment following in 2027. The Comic-Con appearance marks the beginning of a massive promotional campaign ahead of the film’s highly anticipated release.