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Nitesh Tiwari's films and where to watch them on Videoess →Nitesh Tiwari (born 22 May 1973) is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and lyricist known for his works in Bollywood. He made his directorial debut by co-directing Chillar Party (2011) which won the National Film Award for Best Children's Film for that year.
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Sai Pallavi's Sita sparks debate after action sequence in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana; Dipika Chikhlia reacts, praises Salman Khan for remembering 1987 series
Vivek Oberoi says Ranbir Kapoor made him see 'My Ram Ji' in Ramayana: Part 1, calls Yash 'brilliant' as Ravana
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana hits screens Friday — and his daughter Raha is already part of the legend. The film, officially titled Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, opened to mixed-to-positive reviews, with early box office figures from Sacnilk showing ₹34 crore in collections so far. But the real story isn’t just on screen. It’s in a quiet moment captured by Alia Bhatt on set: Ranbir, in full Lord Ram
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana: Part 1 roared into theatres on Thursday morning, opening with a bang across India and in select global markets. The film—released simultaneously in standard, IMAX, and ScreenX formats—has already set new benchmarks for Indian cinema’s technical ambition.
Rishab Shetty calls Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana a 'proud moment' for Indian cinema after sharing a social media message praising its scale and vision.
Actor Vivek Oberoi has wished Yash luck ahead of the November 5 release of Ramayana, where Yash takes on the role of Ravana. The message, shared from 'Ravana’s Lanka,' highlights their on-screen bond and real-life camaraderie.
Sai Pallavi as Sita. The promo is OUT NOW. 🔥 Pure grace, serenity and divinity. She looks absolutely ethereal! — that’s the consensus after the first official look at Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana dropped on Monday.
Saurabh Sachdeva says he isn't bothered by criticism surrounding Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana, calling the film well-made and rooted in authenticity. The film releases on November 5, 2026.
The Ravana-Jatayu fight took six and a half years. Close to 50 designs of the Pushpak Vimana were scrapped. Nitesh Tiwari demanded science in the myth. Ranbir Kapoor defended the team: 'You do feel bad when someone says it’s AI.' Film releases November 5, 2026.
Ramayana: Part 1 has already crossed 2.5 lakh advance tickets sold across PVR INOX screens, with the film set to release on November 5 — a date chosen to ride the festive wave.
Rakul Preet Singh has been unveiled as Surpanakha in Namit Malhotra's Ramayana, joining Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the two-part mythological ahead of its November 5 release.
Anupam Kher confirms his voice as Jatayu in Ramayana, sharing emotional reactions after the film’s LA premiere. The next stop? Stockholm, November 5, 2026.
Ramayana’s advance bookings have crossed $2.58 million globally, with Indian presales already at ₹15 crore — and the film hasn’t even hit screens yet.
At the Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, Sai Pallavi told a reporter she hasn't started shooting Part 2, complicating the film's planned 2027 release for the second chapter.
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash led the red carpet at Ramayana: Part 1's Los Angeles premiere on Tuesday night, with the mythological epic opening worldwide on November 5.
Director Nitesh Tiwari addressed online chatter over AI in Ramayana: Part 1, saying the technology only syncs lip movement to dubbed dialogue, with all voices performed by human artists.
Bollywood Hungama reports the second instalment of Nitesh Tiwari's two-part epic has moved from Diwali 2027 to Diwali 2028. Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's first chapter arrives in days.
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part One, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi, will stream on JioHotstar as a standalone purchase after its theatrical run, not as part of the regular subscription.
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend opens in theatres on 4 November 2026, with Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Yash as Ravana, amid strong advance bookings and a PG-13 rating in the US.
Ramayana: Part I advance bookings opened October 20 and crossed Rs 4.88 crore in a day, with Mumbai recliner seats going for Rs 2,770 ahead of the November 5 release.
West Bengal's Suvendu Adhikari declared Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana tax-free at a Kolkata Dussehra event where Ranbir Kapoor and Yash joined a Ravan Dahan ceremony ahead of the film's November 5 release.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Kannada greeting at the Ramayana trailer launch in Bengaluru has gone viral—not for perfection, but for the effort. 'Agli baar Yash Boss se thoda jyada seekh ke aaunga' wasn't just a line. It was a gesture. And the internet is calling it 'maryada purushottam' energy.
Ranbir Kapoor admitted he doesn't deserve to play Lord Rama during a Bengaluru promo event for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and featuring AR Rahman’s music, releases November 5, 2026.
Ranbir Kapoor recorded a Telugu-language video praising Sai Pallavi, his Ramayana co-star, for a Zee5 talk show special airing ahead of the film's November release.
Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana: Part One drops its first trailer on October 15, 2026, sparking debate over its potential Diwali opening. Predictions hover around Rs. 60-65 crores, but fans demand more — citing the film’s scale and comparing it to Dhurandhar 2's Rs. 75 crore start.
A new Ramayana trailer drops tomorrow as Sony Pictures launches the film's international campaign. The Nitesh Tiwari-directed epic, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, hits theatres November 5.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana: Part 1 is set to premiere on November 5, 2026 — and the makers are reportedly aiming for a first-of-its-kind screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Anupam Kher voices Jatayu in Ramayana, as the film’s new poster 'The Wings of Dharma' drops ahead of its November 5, 2026 release. The two-part epic, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey. Released in multiple Indian languages and IMAX, it will be distributed globally by Sony Pictures (outside India) and Dharma Productions (Hindi).
After a Friday slump, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend rebounds on Saturday with ₹23.95cr nett by noon. Maharashtra, Karnataka, and NCR lead. Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad top cities. Occupancy hits 35.1%. A ₹70cr Saturday possible. Worldwide crosses ₹215.73cr in two days. Overseas contributes nearly 40%. But Friday drop was sharp. Momentum now key. Advance bookings match Day 1. S S Rajamouli reportedly:
The Ramayana pre-release event in Ramtek, Maharashtra, has been postponed due to the state’s severe drought. MLA Ashish Jaiswal confirmed the cancellation, citing farmer welfare as the top priority. The film’s team, including Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, had been set to attend. No word yet on the song launch or revised release plans.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana: Part One is now set to hit Indian screens on November 5 — a shift from the earlier Diwali window. The change, reported by Pinkvilla and picked up by Filmfare, moves the release forward by three days, with paid previews scheduled for November 4 across India and North America.
Arun Govil, the man who made Lord Rama a household name on Indian television, is now playing his father. The makers of Ramayana, Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part cinematic epic, dropped a new character poster today showing Govil as King Dashrath — a role that turns his iconic legacy on its head.
No injuries. Minimal damage. But the confusion? Massive.
Prakash Mahobiya alleges targeted negative marketing against his Ramayana film, claiming viewers were discouraged from watching it. The movie collected just ₹46 lakh worldwide and faces a potential re-release amid rising buzz around Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming epic.
Ranbir Kapoor will star as Lord Rama in an upcoming epic directed by Nitesh Tiwari, with production by Namit Malhotra. The film, set for release on November 8, 2026, features music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, and VFX by DNEG and Redefine. MrBeast recently met the cast during a promotional visit to India. Nitesh Tiwari praised Ranbir’s physicality and presence as fitting the role, while Namit M
Ranbir Kapoor has been confirmed as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming Ramayana, with the team citing his humility and the support of global movement coaches like Terry Notary and Guy Norris.
MrBeast met Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and the rest of the Ramayana cast during his India trip, calling it a great time. Separately, Bollywood Hungama reported journalists walked out after a three-and-a-half-hour wait.
Ranbir Kapoor’s birthday behind‑the‑scenes video displays his rigorous preparation for the upcoming epic ‘Ramayana’, featuring training with Terry Notary and Guy Norris and praise from director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra as the film gears up for a split‑release across Diwali 2026‑27.
Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming mythic epic Ramayana unveiled a new BTS reel, highlighting his Rama look, elaborate sets and a global marketing push that includes a tie‑up with YouTube giant MrBeast.
Ranbir Kapoor celebrated his birthday with a brand‑new BTS video from the upcoming Ramayana film, showcasing his preparation as Lord Rama alongside Sai Pallavi, Arun Govil and Ravi Dubey, with international stunt work highlighted.
Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey, is set for a November 5 worldwide launch, a rare pre‑Diwali move that could reshape box‑office patterns.
Yash's debut as Ravana is revealed in a striking poster featuring a gold crown, pearl necklaces and fierce eyes, heightening buzz for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana slated for Diwali 2026 and 2027.
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash headline the upcoming Ramayana, now partnered with YouTube giant MrBeast. The collaboration aims to thrust the Indian epic onto worldwide screens, with a November 2026 debut set against Godzilla’s Diwali clash.
A new poster showcasing Yash as the ten‑headed Ravana has been released after a promotional meet that featured YouTube star MrBeast. The image adds to the buzz surrounding the bilingual epic set for a Diwali 2026 opening.
A fresh poster from Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and newcomer Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. Unveiled after a quirky stunt with YouTube star MrBeast, the image fuels anticipation for the Diwali‑timed epic, slated for IMAX release in multiple Indian languages.
Fresh posters for the upcoming mythic drama Ramayana showcase Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravi Dubey and Yash as a jewel‑clad Ravana, hinting at a grand Diwali 2026 IMAX release.
Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, cast as Ram and Sita in Nitesh Tiwari’s two‑part epic, posed with YouTube sensation MrBeast alongside the film’s director and producers for a behind‑the‑scenes snapshot.
Ranbir Kapoor stepped in when MrBeast stumbled over a chant at the Ramayana film launch in Mumbai, teaching the creator to say ‘Jai Shri Ram’ and offering a quick Ramayana primer.