Ramayana Part 1 Movie Review – Rating: 4.2/5 ⭐
The wait is finally over. Ramayana: Part 1, the most hyped Indian film in years, released in theatres today, Nov 5. Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita – This combination alone is enough to pull you to the theatre. After watching the first show, I can say one thing clearly – This is not a normal movie – It is an experience. You must watch it in a theatre. If you watch it on mobile or wait for OTT, you will lose 50% of the feel. Here is my honest, verified review – Pros, Cons, Story, Acting, VFX, Budget, Box Office – Everything.
Ramayana Part 1 – Quick Details – Verified
| Detail | Correct Value – Verified |
|---|---|
| Movie Name | Ramayana: Part 1 – Also called Ramayana: Rise of a Legend / Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2026 – Worldwide – Oct 27 Academy Museum Premiere |
| Director | Nitesh Tiwari – Dangal, Chhichhore |
| Producer | Namit Malhotra – Prime Focus Studios + Yash’s Monster Mind Creations + DNEG |
| Cast | Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman |
| Supporting Cast | Arun Govil as Dasharatha, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Anupam Kher as Jatayu, Kunal Kapoor as Indra, Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjiva |
| Music | A.R. Rahman + Hans Zimmer |
| Runtime | 195 Minutes – 3 Hours 15 Mins (India) – 208 Mins Overseas – CBFC U Certificate, Zero Cuts |
| Budget | Part 1: Rs 2,000 Cr – Both Parts Total: Rs 4,000 Cr – Most Expensive Indian Film Ever |
| Languages | Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam |
| Screens | 59,000 Worldwide – 9,000 India + 50,000 Overseas |
| Techvala Rating | 4.2 / 5 ⭐ |
Budget – Rs 2,000 Cr Ante Enti? Break-Even Entha Kavali?
Idi India lo most expensive film. Bombay High Court lo makers ye chepparu – Part 1 budget Rs 2,000 Cr, rendu parts kalipi Rs 4,000 Cr. Ante hit avvadaniki – Normal formula prakaram – Trade expert Ramesh Bala cheppina 2.5x rule prakaram – Worldwide Rs 5,000 Cr gross kavali. Kani non-theatrical deals tho – JioStar digital + satellite rights Rs 450 Cr, T-Series music rights Rs 75 Cr – Total Rs 475-500 Cr already vachayi. So theatrical ga Rs 3,000-4,000 Cr gross vasthe – Break-even ki deggara ga vasthadi. Ante Day 1 Rs 72 Cr kadu – Lifetime Rs 3,000 Cr+ kavali. Idi chala pedda target – Kani Part 2 ki hype create chesthe – Rendu parts kalipi possible avvachu.
Story – No Spoilers
Story manandariki telsinde – Ramayana. Kani director Nitesh Tiwari danini kotha angle lo cheppadu. Part 1 lo mainly – Rama janmam, Vishwamitra tho training, Sita Swayamvaram, Vanavasam start, Sita apaharanam varaku – Story untadi. Ravana entry – Interval mundhu – Theatre lo arupulu guarantee. Part 1 climax – Sita ni Ravana Lanka ki theesukelladam tho ayipothadi – Part 2 kosam curiosity tho bayataki vastaru. Part 2 – Diwali 2027 ki plan chesaru – Kani ippudu Diwali 2028 ki postpone ayyindi ani reports.
Acting – Who Performed How?
1. Ranbir Kapoor as Rama – Calm + Powerful
When you first see Ranbir as Rama, you doubt for 10 minutes – “Will Ranbir fit?” But after 20 minutes, that doubt disappears. Rama means – Calm, Dharma, Sacrifice – Ranbir plays it very subtly. No overacting – But he conveys emotion through his eyes. His scenes with Sita feel very natural. This is one of the best performances of Ranbir’s career.
2. Yash as Ravana – Show Stealer – 65 Minutes Screen Time 🔥
Correction: Mundhu nenu 30-35 mins annanu – Adi wrong. Trade reports prakaram – Yash screen time approx 65 minutes. Yash entry ki theatre motham arupulu. KGF lo Rocky Bhai ni chusam – Kani Ravana lo Yash inka vere level. 10 heads, Lanka palace, Ravana power – Anni VFX tho super ga chupincharu. Yash voice, body language – 100% fit for Ravana. Ravana ni villain laaga kadu – Oka powerful king laaga chupincharu – Audience ki Ravana meeda kuda konchem sympathy vastadi – Ade director success. Interval block – Yash entry – Ee cinema ki highlight.
3. Sai Pallavi as Sita – Emotional Heart
Telugu audience has special love for Sai Pallavi. As Sita, she is very innocent and emotional. In Vanavasam scenes and the abduction scene, many in the theatre got emotional. Hindi dubbing feels a little odd in places, but her expressions cover it. In Telugu version, Sai Pallavi’s voice feels even better.
4. Sunny Deol as Hanuman + Ravie Dubey as Lakshman
Sunny Deol as Hanuman – Mass entry – Theatre lo goosebumps. Ravie Dubey as Lakshman – Film debut – Chala natural ga chesadu – Rama ki support ga perfect ga set ayyadu. Arun Govil – Ramayan serial lo Rama ga chesina vyakthi – Ikkada Dasharatha ga – Nostalgia factor.
VFX, Music, Direction
VFX: Best VFX in Indian cinema so far. Lanka palace, forest, war scenes – Hollywood level. In a few places VFX is visible, but overall you get goosebumps in theatre. IMAX lo chusthe inka super.
Music / BGM: A.R. Rahman + Hans Zimmer combo – BGM theatre ni ooputhadi. Rama entry ki, Ravana entry ki – BGM vere level. Songs 2-3 – Story ni disturb cheyakunda vachayi.
Direction: Nitesh Tiwari – Dangal lo chupinchina emotional connect ni ikkada kuda theesukochadu. Mythology ni modern audience ki ardam ayye laaga simple ga, powerful ga cheppadu. Religious sentiments ni hurt cheyakunda respect tho theesadu.
✅ PROS – Why Should You Watch?
- Yash as Ravana – 65 Mins: Single-handedly lifts the film – Entry, Interval block – Theatre experience
- VFX: Best VFX in Indian cinema – Lanka, Forest, War – Hollywood level
- Ranbir’s Calm Performance: Without overacting – He plays Rama with dignity
- Sai Pallavi Emotional Acting: She gives soul to Sita – You will get emotional in climax
- Sunny Deol as Hanuman: Mass entry – Goosebumps
- BGM – Rahman + Zimmer: Theatre-shaking BGM
- Interval + Climax: Interval block – Roars – Climax – Makes you wait for Part 2
- Family Movie: U Certificate, Zero Cuts – Kids, elders – Everyone can watch – Clean movie
❌ CONS – Where Did It Miss?
- First Half Slow: First 40 minutes – Story setup feels a little slow – Rama’s birth, training – Feels like lag
- Runtime Too Long: 195 mins – 3h 15m – A few scenes after interval could have been trimmed
- Telugu Dubbing: Some dialogues feel like direct translation from Hindi – Not natural
- A Few VFX Shots: In 2-3 places VFX looks artificial – With Rs 2,000 Cr budget, expectation is high
- Budget Pressure: Rs 2,000 Cr budget ante – Hit avvadaniki Rs 3,000-5,000 Cr kavali – Box office pressure ekkuva
Box Office Day 1 – CORRECTED – Sacnilk Live
| Collection | Correct Amount – Sacnilk |
|---|---|
| Day 1 Advance Booking – Gross | Rs 50.08 Cr – 14.05 Lakh Tickets – 26,615 Shows |
| Day 1 Advance – Excl Block Seats | Rs 42.96 Cr |
| Total Advance – All Days | Rs 115.78 Cr – Rs 93.79 Cr Excl Block Seats |
| Day 1 – 8 AM Live | Rs 5.44 Cr Net – 2,900 Shows |
| Day 1 – 10 AM Live | Rs 12.69 Cr Net – 6,796 Shows |
| Day 1 – 1 PM Live | Rs 22.60 Cr Net – 11,621 Shows |
| Day 1 – 2 PM Live | Rs 28.82 Cr Net |
| Projected Day 1 India Nett | Rs 70-75 Cr – Could Touch Rs 80-100 Cr With Walk-ins – TOI / FE Projection |
| Worldwide Day 1 Projection | Rs 150-200 Cr Gross |
| Language Split – 1 PM | Hindi Rs 16.04 Cr, Kannada Rs 3.02 Cr, Telugu Rs 2.27 Cr, Tamil Rs 88 L, Malayalam Rs 39 L |
Note: Mundhu nenu morning ke Rs 43.25 Cr annanu – Adi wrong – Sacnilk live data prakaram morning 8 AM ki Rs 5.44 Cr ye. Final Day 1 figure tonight vasthadi – Evening / Night shows tarvata. Projection Rs 70-100 Cr range lo undi. Ikkada rasina figures anni Sacnilk live estimates – Final kadu.
Final Verdict – Should You Watch?
100% Watch It – But Only In Theatre. Don’t wait for OTT. If IMAX / 4DX is available, watch in that. Go with family – This is the best way to tell Ramayana story to kids. For Yash fans – Ticket is worth it just for Yash’s entry. For Ranbir fans – Worth it for Ranbir’s best performance.
Techvala Rating: 4.2 / 5 ⭐
Why did I cut 0.8 marks? First half slow + Runtime 195 mins too long + A few VFX misses – Without these, I would have given 4.8. But overall – One of the best theatre experiences of 2026.
Did you watch Ramayana? What is your rating? Comment your rating out of 5 – What was your reaction to Yash’s entry?
Disclaimer: Review is from Techvala team’s first show experience – Audience opinion may vary. Budget: Indian Express / Bombay High Court filing – Part 1 Rs 2,000 Cr, Total Rs 4,000 Cr. Runtime: CBFC – 195 mins. Box office: Sacnilk live estimates – Not final. Sources: Sacnilk, Indian Express, Business Today, Financial Express, Times of India – Nov 5, 2026.