Ramayana to release overseas 2 days before India, producer Namit Malhotra explains

Ramayana fans in India may have to wait a little longer to watch Nitesh Tiwari’s much-awaited epic on the big screen, as the film is set to release internationally two days before its India premiere. Producer Namit Malhotra has now clarified the film’s much-discussed release schedule.Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, Ramayana will release internationally on November 6, 2026, while the film is targeting an India release on November 8, coinciding with Diwali.Speaking to NDTV, Malhotra explained the difference in release dates and said, “So we are releasing internationally on November 6. The international distribution works from a Friday standpoint, so that’s why it’s releasing on the 6th of November. But in India, we are currently targeting the Diwali release.”This means international audiences will get to watch Ramayana two days before Indian viewers, with the global release scheduled for Friday, November 6, followed by its India premiere on Sunday, November 8. Earlier, Sony Pictures announced the film’s release date on X alongside the English-language trailer of the epic. The date appears to be for the film’s international release.The clarification comes as the makers step up efforts to position Ramayana as a global cinematic event. Speaking to ANI, Malhotra revealed that the film’s promotional material has already crossed a major milestone, with its trailer clocking over a billion views within five days of its release. #WATCH | Mumbai | On the upcoming film 'Ramayana', Producer Namit Malhotra says, "The trailer was released last week, and it has received over a billion views in just five days, which is a great moment for India. We truly appreciate all the love we've received from people across pic.twitter.com/wCCR7DRYe1— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2026With Ramayana being positioned as an international production, and several Indian personalities already speculating about its Oscar prospects, Malhotra was also asked whether an Academy Award was among the film’s ambitions.The producer clarified that winning an Oscar was not the primary goal behind the project, but said recognition from the Academy would still be a significant moment for the country.“The aspiration behind Ramayana is not for the sake of an Academy Award. That being said, having our work celebrated and showcased at a premier institution that looks at all the top creatives of the world, it would be nothing short of a great moment for India,” Malhotra added.Other than Ranbir, Sai Pallavi and Yash, the film also features Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha and Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari.- EndsPublished By: Prachi aryaPublished On: Aug 8, 2026 10:01 IST