Ramayana: Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari Talk About the Making of the Film
Updated on: 03 July, 2025 04:01 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Ravi Dubey and Nitesh Tiwari
The wait is finally over! The first visual asset of the highly anticipated mythological epic, Ramayana, was unveiled to a packed IMAX auditorium, creating a wave of excitement among media and fans. Director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra were present at the grand launch, sharing their vision for this monumental project. The first glimpse has left audiences in awe, eagerly anticipating what promises to be a cinematic marvel.
Producer Namit Malhotra, the founder of Prime Focus Limited, echoed this sentiment. “It has been a very, very long dream to put our hearts and souls into this and do justice to it," he expressed. "My only aspiration is: how do we take our greatest culture, our greatest history, and share it with the world?” Malhotra assured that his company is committed to delivering an unparalleled visual experience.
Fans have flooded social media with messages of anticipation. One user eagerly posted, "Laxman face reveal kab hoga (When will the face reveal of Laxman happen)". Another commented, "Can`t wait to see you as prabhu Lakshman ji". The sentiment was clear: audiences are thrilled to see Dubey join the stellar cast and are counting down the days until his look is revealed.
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The film boasts a star-studded ensemble cast, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravan, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. The two-part epic is set for a grand release, with Part One scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Part Two for Diwali 2027.
A Vision to Showcase Indian Culture
When asked about his goal for bringing the epic to the silver screen, director Nitesh Tiwari shared his heartfelt ambition. “For me, it’s about the pride we should feel for the great culture we have in our country," he stated. "If we can evoke that and show the world what we stand for, that would be an achievement—and that’s what I’m hoping to do with this.”Producer Namit Malhotra, the founder of Prime Focus Limited, echoed this sentiment. “It has been a very, very long dream to put our hearts and souls into this and do justice to it," he expressed. "My only aspiration is: how do we take our greatest culture, our greatest history, and share it with the world?” Malhotra assured that his company is committed to delivering an unparalleled visual experience.
Fans Eagerly Await Ravi Dubey as Laxman
The announcement of the cast has sent ripples of excitement through the fanbase, with particular buzz surrounding Ravi Dubey`s portrayal of Laxman. Though his look is still under wraps, the actor shared a heartfelt note on social media, calling the role "the greatest honour of my life."Fans have flooded social media with messages of anticipation. One user eagerly posted, "Laxman face reveal kab hoga (When will the face reveal of Laxman happen)". Another commented, "Can`t wait to see you as prabhu Lakshman ji". The sentiment was clear: audiences are thrilled to see Dubey join the stellar cast and are counting down the days until his look is revealed.
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A Glimpse into the Epic Saga
The teaser opens with breathtaking CGI, introducing the divine trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, before setting the stage for an epic conflict. Viewers were treated to a larger-than-life glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Yash as the formidable Ravan. The teaser culminates in a powerful live-action shot of their clash, set against the backdrop of the film`s title card: “Ramayana – Our Truth. Our History.”The film boasts a star-studded ensemble cast, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravan, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. The two-part epic is set for a grand release, with Part One scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Part Two for Diwali 2027.
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