Film 'Ramayana: Part 1' released in cinemas; viewers positively assess the actors' work and visual effects

The long-awaited film 'Ramayana' by director Nitish Tiwari has been released in cinemas. In this movie, Ranbir Kapoor played the role of Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi played Mata Sita, while Ravi Dubey took on the character of Lakshmana. After the premiere, viewers actively shared their impressions on social media.

Fans reacted particularly positively to the battle scene between Ravana and Jatayu in the film directed by Nitish Tiwari.

One user, leaving a review of Ranbir Kapoor's film, noted that 'Ramayana' is now in theaters, and many people are enjoying watching it in cinemas. Another commentator expressed a strong impression from the sequence 'Jatayu versus Ravana' in 'Ramayana', stating that the scene deeply moved him. He emphasized being completely absorbed in the action, noting the thriller elements, emotions, and scale of the events, which made for an even more special experience when viewed in IMAX format.

Another user called the viewing a 'magnificent cinematic experience'. They highly praised Ranbir Kapoor's performance as Rama, as well as Yash's work as Ravana, noting that Ravi Dubey deserves special commendation for his portrayal of Lakshmana. Furthermore, the battle between Ravana and Jatayu was recognized as one of the main strengths of the film, which, according to the commentator, is a must-see.

A third user also expressed delight at the battle scene between Ravana and Jatayu, noting the mastery of the film's creation and Ranbir Kapoor's outstanding acting.

As for 'Ramayana' itself, the film directed by Namit Malhotra runs for 3 hours and 15 minutes and features about 33–34 actors. The film is receiving positive feedback from viewers, and now it remains to see how successfully it performs at the box office.

Actor Allu Arjun urged viewers to support the film 'Ramayana: The Legend's Ascent'. He emphasized that this picture is something more than just a movie and thanked the crew in advance before the release scheduled for November 5th. Arjun described this large-scale project as an attempt to elevate the level of Indian cinema and present Indian culture.

Posting on the social network X (Twitter), Allu Arjun addressed the public with a call to unite and support the film. He wrote: 'My best wishes to the entire Ramayana team. This is not just a film; it is a presentation of our culture and an attempt to raise the standard of Indian films. I sincerely wish all the best to the entire team for this noble endeavor. Let us all support this magnificent attempt that reflects our stories, our culture, and our pride. Jai Shri Ram.'

Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal also expressed his enthusiasm for 'Ramayana'. He shared that his son brought home a statue of Lord Rama and named it his new favorite superhero. The actor highly praised the team for realizing this epic on such a grand scale. He noted that as an artist, he feels a sense of pride and eagerly awaits watching the film with his family.

He shared: 'Ram ji came into Rampal's house. My heart filled with pride and love when my son brought home the statue of Lord Rama and named him his new favorite superhero. Tomorrow the whole world will meet the new generation of Ramayana.'

Kannada actor Rishab Shetty wrote that watching old stories and culture come alive on such a grand scale is truly a special sight, and it is a moment of pride for Indian cinema.

These statements came amid widespread discussion of the film before its release. 'Ramayana', directed by Nitish Tiwari, was recently screened at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, where it received positive reviews. Ticket sales for the film are also gaining momentum. By Wednesday morning in India, pre-sales for the weekend opening had already generated about 100 crore rupees, of which approximately 33 crore came from premiere day sales.

Interestingly, the start of ticket sales in India took some time. Although global pre-sales began on Dussehra (October 15th), most cinemas in India delayed ticket sales. This was due to disagreements between the film distributors and theater owners regarding revenue sharing. While pre-sales started immediately abroad, Indian audiences had to wait almost five days until the release to book tickets in most theaters.

In this two-part film, based on the ancient Indian epic, the main roles are played by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Sunny Deol plays the role of Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey was cast as Lakshmana. The film, produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash, features music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. Thanks to the assembly of outstanding actors and the presentation of one of India's most famous epics in a new and majestic format, this project was prepared on a very large scale.

The film 'Ramayana: Rise of the Legend,' featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, generated significant buzz. Its grand premiere took place in Los Angeles for invited guests and content creators, after which initial opinions on the picture began to emerge.

Reviews were divided: one foreign critic called the film extremely grandiose and magnificent, while another viral review raised serious questions regarding the plot, visual effects, and acting. This situation led to active discussion about the film.

One international reviewer highly praised the film as an epic spectacle, noting that the portrayal of Lord Rama in it differs from the usual depiction. While saying the name Rama, he jokingly mentioned that he hoped to pronounce it correctly. In this critic's opinion, the scale of the picture is vast, and its climax is capable of surprising viewers.

However, there is also a contrasting viewpoint: in one viral review, the film was given a rating of only 1.5 out of 5. This review noted that despite the large scale, the film lacks emotional depth. The critic also questioned the work on visual effects, the pacing of the narrative, and the actors' performances, although he emphasized that this is just one person's opinion and not a final verdict on the film.

The Climax Made the Critic Exclaim

The climax of 'Ramayana' caused the most resonance among positive reviews. A foreign critic recounted that after the film ended, the screen went dark, and he could not contain his reaction, loudly exclaiming 'No.' He also speculated that the ending is so captivating that viewers will wait for a sequel.

If we take this critic's words as truth, the climax could indeed be shocking for the audience, although he did not reveal any major plot twists. Now it remains to be seen how much the audience will like such an ending.

What Did the Critic Say About the Hindi Version?

Another interesting point is that this critic preferred to watch the original Hindi version of the film. According to him, the Hindi version was about 30 minutes longer than the English dubbed version. He wanted to see the film in its pristine form, so he chose the Hindi version.

This is significant because 'Ramayana' is a story closely tied to Indian culture and faith. How the dialogues, emotions, and cultural references are presented in Hindi can hold special meaning for viewers.

The Film Is Over Three Hours Long, Raising Questions About VFX

The negative review also criticized the film's length. The critic complained that the picture, lasting about 3 hours and 20 minutes, seemed too drawn out in some scenes. He accused that many moments slow down the development of the plot instead of advancing it. Furthermore, he expressed disappointment with the use of CGI in scenes depicting forests, palaces, and battles.

He also noted that the film does not pay enough attention to the emotional and moral aspects of the Ramayana story. Nevertheless, these remarks reflect only this critic's point of view, not the general opinion of all viewers.

'Ramayana: Rise of the Legend,' directed by Nitish Tiwari and starring Namit Malhotra, the first episode will be released in theaters on November 5, 2026, for the celebration of Diwali. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi plays Sita's mother, and Yash plays Ravana. The second part is planned for release in Diwali 2027.

At present, opinions on the film are divided: some have praised its grand scale and climax, while others have questioned the plot and visual effects. It remains for the audience to decide how impressive the experience of watching this millennia-old epic on the big screen will be.