Ramayana goes global: Ranbir Kapoor-Yash film to premiere at Academy Museum in Los Angeles
New Delhi: Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part 1, starring and Yash, is set for an international showcase in Los Angeles ahead of its theatrical release. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the film will premiere at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on October 27, bringing the Indian epic to an international audience.
The screening will take place at the museum’s David Geffen Theatre in 3D. The event is expected to welcome around 945 guests, including Hollywood personalities, filmmakers, international media representatives and members of the film industry. The premiere will also have an Indian festive theme, with guests reportedly asked to wear traditional outfits for their red-carpet appearances around Diwali.
Ramayana’s Los Angeles premiere
The choice of venue adds to the international attention surrounding the ambitious project. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is dedicated to the history and art of cinema and has hosted several prominent film industry events.
The Los Angeles screening will give international guests an opportunity to watch the film before its worldwide theatrical release. The traditional dress code is also expected to bring an Indian cultural touch to the event, connecting the film’s epic subject with the festive season.
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash lead the star-studded cast
is being developed as a two-part cinematic project. Ranbir Kapoor will portray Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi will play Sita. Yash takes on the role of Ravana, and Sunny Deol will appear as Hanuman.
The supporting cast includes Ravie Dubey, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Arun Govil, Indira Krishnan and Lara Dutta. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.
Ramayana release dates
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The first instalment of Ramayana is scheduled for a worldwide release on November 5, 2026. The second part is planned for Diwali 2027. With its international premiere scheduled ahead of the first film’s release, the project is preparing for a major launch as one of Indian cinema’s ambitious adaptations of the epic.
Written By Uditi Sharma!