Anticipation for Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming epic, Ramayana Part One, is translating into robust early ticket sales. With the film’s release date approaching,
advance bookings have already surpassed the ₹8.72 crore mark in India. Since opening on Dussehra, fifteen days prior to the premiere, the project has seen a steady increase in momentum, with nearly 200,000 tickets sold across various formats. While the Hindi version currently dominates the pre-sales, accounting for approximately 87% of the total revenue, regional interest is beginning to climb. The Kannada version, now available in roughly 100 screens, is approaching the ₹1 crore milestone, with some locations reporting occupancy rates as high as 72% for morning screenings. Telugu-language bookings have also commenced, with additional regional versions expected to roll out as the release date draws nearer.
IMAX Formats Lead Ticket Sales Despite Premium Pricing
A significant trend in the film's early performance is the high demand for premium large-format screenings. Despite IMAX and 4DX shows representing only a small fraction of the total available screenings, they have contributed disproportionately to the total earnings. Data indicates that IMAX screenings alone account for nearly 25% of the total pre-sales revenue.The demand for these premium experiences remains high even with a significant price disparity. While regular screenings carry an average ticket price of ₹380, IMAX tickets are averaging ₹1095. Despite this, IMAX venues have seen an average of 170 tickets sold per screening, a rate nearly five times higher than that of standard cinema halls. Other premium formats, including 4DX, ICE, and Dolby Cinema, have also collectively moved over 12,000 tickets.
Production and Distribution Details
Ramayana is a collaborative effort between Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios, DNEG, and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The ambitious project is structured as a two-part cinematic event, with the first installment slated for a worldwide release on November 5, 2026, followed by the second part in Diwali 2027.The film features a prominent ensemble cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, and Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman. The production is set to release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. Regarding distribution, Sony Pictures is managing the film’s global rollout outside of India, while Dharma Productions is overseeing the release within the Hindi-speaking market.
