The highly anticipated mythological project Ramayana has officially commenced its advance booking phase in the United States, marking a significant milestone
for the production. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash, the film has already generated substantial interest among international audiences, securing over $150,000 in ticket sales within the first 24 hours of availability on Fandango. This early momentum highlights the anticipation surrounding the film, which features a sprawling ensemble cast. Ranbir Kapoor takes on the role of Lord Ram, while Yash portrays Ravana. The project, which draws its narrative from Valmiki’s Ramayana, also stars Sai Pallavi as Sita, alongside a notable supporting cast including Sunny Deol, Ravi Dubey, Anupam Kher, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Arun Govil, Indira Krishnan, and Lara Dutta.
Production Context and Collaborative Dynamics
The film represents a major return to the big screen for Ranbir Kapoor, following a three-year hiatus. The collaboration between Kapoor and Yash has been a focal point of the project's promotion, with Yash publicly commending his co-star’s professional approach. Yash described Kapoor as an exceptionally hardworking and honest actor, noting his ability to fully surrender to his character and maintain a high level of focus and stillness during the production process.As the film continues to build momentum in the US market, attention is shifting toward the domestic release strategy. While the international presales have provided an initial benchmark for the film's commercial performance, domestic audiences in India are awaiting the start of advance bookings. According to current reports, the booking window for Indian theaters is scheduled to open on the occasion of Dussehra, with expectations for a significant turnout as the release date approaches.
