Ramayana makers cite Bombay High Court orders; anyone recording or sharing theatre clips faces criminal case
New Delhi: Anyone who records Ramayana inside a theatre or posts clips online now faces legal action, the film’s makers have warned. Ramayana: Part 1, known internationally as Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, has been running in cinemas since November 5, and unauthorised footage has since turned up on social media and messaging platforms. Team Ramayana has put out a legal notice making it clear that people who record or distribute such content could face legal consequences. Nitesh Tiwari directs the film, with Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the lead roles.
Ramayana legal notice and Bombay High Court orders
The notice appeared on the film’s official social media handles. The makers said they know people are recording portions of the film during screenings and passing them around on various online platforms. The notice also points to two Bombay High Court orders, dated November 2 and November 6, 2026, which bar anyone from recording or sharing the film without permission. It reads, “The Hon’ble Bombay High Court, by orders dated 2 November 2026 and 6 November 2026 in commercial IP suit (l) no. 37230 of 2026, has restrained all persons, known and unknown, from recording, uploading, sharing or otherwise communicating the film or any part of it without authorisation.”
The makers add that the offence goes beyond copyright violation and can attract criminal charges. The notice states, “Doing so is copyright infringement, a criminal offence punishable with imprisonment and a fine under the Copyright Act, 1957, the Cinematograph Act, 1952, the BNS, 2023 and the IT Act, 2000, and contempt of court.”
A clear reminder: Unauthorised recording and sharing of the film is prohibited. https://t.co/28fLMDza4N
— The World Of Ramayana (@WorldOfRamayana) November 7, 2026
Ramayana leaked clips takedown demand
People who have already uploaded footage have been told to remove it immediately. The makers say anyone who keeps sharing unauthorised clips will be reported to the concerned authorities and to the platforms hosting the content. The notice leaves no doubt about what lies ahead for offenders, warning that they will face “criminal, civil and contempt proceedings without further notice.” It ends with, “All rights reserved. Team Ramayana.”
Ramayana leaked scenes online
Sunny Deol’s post-credit appearance as Lord Hanuman was officially shared on release day, along with the Hanuman Chalisa song. Another clip has since drawn attention on social media. It is reportedly from an international version of the film and appears to show a scene that is absent from the Hindi release. The sequence comes after Lakshman cuts off Surpanakha’s nose, when a group of asuras arrives to defend her and confronts Lord Rama, Lakshman and Sita. The clip shows an extended fight, with several moments building up to Rama taking on the asuras.
Ramayana cast and release
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi is Goddess Sita, and Yash plays Ravana. Namit Malhotra and Yash produce the film. The ensemble cast also includes Ravi Dubey, Indira Krishna, Arun Govil, Vivek Oberoi, Sonal Jha, Lara Dutta, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh and Kajal Aggarwal, among others. The second part is scheduled for Diwali 2028.