Ramayana is being mounted as one of Indian cinema’s most ambitious global projects, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, the two-part mythological epic features music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. The makers are targeting audiences well beyond the Indian diaspora, with plans for multiple Indian-language versions as well as an English version and international distribution through Sony Pictures. Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release in November 2026, with the second instalment planned for 2027.
MrBeast Enters The Ramayana Universe
As part of that global strategy, the makers have now joined hands with MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, one of the world’s biggest YouTube creators. Known for large-scale challenges, elaborate stunts, massive giveaways, competitions and highly shareable videos, MrBeast commands an enormous international digital audience. His involvement could give Ramayana access to viewers who may have little familiarity with the Indian epic. The Mumbai promotional event featuring MrBeast, Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Nitesh Tiwari and Namit Malhotra has already created considerable online attention. The collaboration also has a professional connection through Namit Malhotra, who is producing The Angry Birds Movie 3, in which MrBeast is part of the voice cast.
Ramayana vs Godzilla Minus Zero
The ambitious global push comes ahead of a major theatrical clash. Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled around the Diwali 2026 window, where it will face Japanese monster epic Godzilla Minus Zero. Both films are being positioned as large-scale visual spectacles, making the clash particularly interesting for audiences looking for event cinema. Reports have indicated November 6 as the common international release date, although Ramayana has reportedly secured an earlier release in some overseas markets such as Australia. With the Indian epic attempting to attract audiences beyond the diaspora and Godzilla carrying an established global franchise, the Diwali season promises an unusual collision between two very different cinematic worlds.
