When is Ramayana: Part 1 Movie Release?
Date: Friday, November 6, 2026. Status: Announced by producer Namit Malhotra. When we last checked, on October 12, 2026, that was 25 days away, about 3 weeks, with roughly 19 weekdays in between.
What we know
Ramayana: Part 1, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, opens internationally on Friday, November 6, 2026, and in India two days later on Sunday, November 8, which is Diwali. Producer Namit Malhotra explained the split: international cinemas release on Fridays, while India gets the film on the festival itself.
Details worth knowing
It's one of the most expensive Indian films ever made, and Part 2 is already planned for Diwali 2027. If you're in the US, UK, Australia, the UAE or Southeast Asia, check your local cinema chains a couple of weeks ahead, because opening weekend shows for diaspora audiences tend to sell out fast, especially IMAX.
Our take
In India, Diwali is a huge movie weekend anyway, so book early or plan for a weekday show. If you want to know exactly when the festival falls, see our Diwali countdown.
How to get ready
For opening weekend, buy tickets as soon as they go on sale, especially for IMAX and Dolby screens. Weekday matinees are cheaper and quieter if you're not desperate to see it on night one.
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Source
Date source: Economic Times / Dailyhunt report. Always check the official source before buying tickets or booking travel.
Frequently asked questions
When is Ramayana: Part 1 Movie Release?
Friday, November 6, 2026.
Why does Ramayana have two release dates?
It opens internationally on Friday, November 6, and in India on Diwali, November 8, 2026.