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Ramayana Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor Film 'Destined To Redefine Epic Cinema', Says Internet

The film's first part is slated to release on Diwali this year

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<i>Ramayana</i> Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor Film 'Destined To Redefine Epic Cinema', Says Internet
Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama in the teaser
  • Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Lord Rama was unveiled on Hanuman Jayanti in India
  • The teaser showcases Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal from battle to exile in a 2-minute 38-second clip
  • Reactions to the teaser were mixed, praising Ranbir but critiquing some VFX elements
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The much-awaited first look of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama has been unveiled on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in India. Earlier, the makers hosted special teaser-release events in New York and Los Angeles.

The teaser introduces the audience to Ranbir Kapoor's many moods as Lord Rama. From killing a monster to his exile in the forest, the two-minute, 38-second teaser shows Ranbir embracing the mythical figure with its celebrated grandeur, grace, poise, and regality.

As soon as the teaser dropped, the Internet was flooded with fan reactions. A section of the Internet was bowled over by Ranbir's magic, while another was not so impressed by the VFX.

Comparisons with SS Rajamouli's Baahubali franchise have also made their way onto social media.

Here's a quick look at the reactions:

An enthusiastic fan gave the teaser 5 out of 5 and wrote, "A glimpse of Ramayana and it already feels EPIC. @malhotra_namit @niteshtiwari22 are bringing a grand vision to life. Aura of #Rama, the emotion, the scale—everything looks powerful and divine. Indian cinema is about to witness HISTORY."

Bringing back the inevitable comparisons, another wrote, "S.S. Rajamouli did it long ago."

Another comment read, "The #Rama glimpse drops today. With DNEG shaping the spectacle and #HansZimmer × #ARRahman elevating every emotion, #Ramayana feels destined to redefine epic cinema."

Talking about the visual spectacle and VFX, a user pointed out the beauty of the teaser but mentioned he expected more: "#Ramayana—some shots are absolutely spectacular, visually stunning, and truly impressive. However, a few others feel off, almost like AI-generated or poor VFX work. Wasn't expecting this from an 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG—hope it's not the finished product yet."

Another user wrote, "#Ramayana response at screening. Loved the teaser, I am so hyped man."

Why Ranbir Kapoor Said 'No' to Rama First

Speaking at a Q&A during the New York special IMAX teaser screening, Ranbir said the offer came to him four years ago.

"Coming to play Lord Ram, I remember when Namit offered me this part around four years back. My instant reaction was: 'I am not fit enough, good enough.' I felt I wouldn't be able to do full justice. But that fear quickly turned into gratitude because opportunities like this were something I truly needed in my life," he said.

He added that playing Ram coincided with a deeply transforming phase in his personal life: "There was a period when I needed to change my lifestyle. I had just become a father for the first time. The sweet coincidence of playing Lord Ram and becoming a father became a turning point in my life."

Ranbir Kapoor and his wife Alia Bhatt welcomed their first child, daughter Raha, in November 2022.

The film is set to be released in two parts, with the first instalment scheduled to release worldwide in October 2026 ahead of Diwali, while the second part is slated for Diwali 2027.

Apart from Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi plays Sita, Ravi Dubey plays Laxman, and Yash plays Ravana in the film.

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