Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film “Ramayana,” starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, is set to be an monumental production, with its two parts costing an astounding Rs 4,000 crore.
An Unprecedented Budget for an Indian Epic
The highly anticipated “Ramayana: Part One” is already creating a massive buzz online, especially with its epic scale and the face-off between Ranbir Kapoor’s Ram and Yash’s Ravan. Amidst this excitement, producer Namit Malhotra recently shed light on the film’s colossal budget.
Malhotra, founder of the visual effects company Prime Focus Limited, revealed that the combined budget for both parts of “Ramayana” will reach approximately $500 million, which translates to over Rs 4,000 crore. This figure far surpasses any previous Indian film production.
Justifying the Grand Investment
Malhotra admits that when the project was first discussed, many in the industry viewed him as “a lunatic” due to the unprecedented scale of spending. However, he firmly believes the investment is both financially responsible and creatively essential.
He states, “We’re making the largest film in the world for the greatest story, the greatest epic, that the world should see.” He even suggests that it’s a more cost-effective production compared to some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters, delivering a “bigger film at a lower cost.”
A Global Cultural Mission
For Namit Malhotra, “Ramayana” is more than just a film; it’s an opportunity to honor India’s rich cultural heritage and share it globally. He emphasizes taking “the greatest belief system of our country” and presenting it in the grandest possible form.
Malhotra believes the relevance of Ramayana in today’s global climate is immense, offering a much-needed grounding. He envisions the film instilling pride in every Indian and showcasing a significant piece of culture to the rest of the world.
The Vision and The Stars
Director Nitesh Tiwari shares this sentiment, aiming for “Ramayana” to evoke pride in India’s ancient culture and heritage. The film is planned as a two-part release, with Part One expected for Diwali 2026 and Part Two for Diwali 2027.
The stellar cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravan, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman, promising a cinematic spectacle.
Comparing to Hollywood Giants
The immense production budget of “Ramayana: Part One” positions it alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest ventures. Its cost is comparable to films like Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and “Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 3.”
Notably, it even exceeds the budgets of recent Hollywood releases such as the new “Superman” film, which cost $225 million, and “Jurassic World Rebirth,” budgeted at $180 million. This highlights the unprecedented scale of this Indian mythological epic.
- “Ramayana” (Parts One & Two) has a combined budget of over Rs 4,000 crore ($500 million).
- This makes it the most expensive Indian film production to date.
- Producer Namit Malhotra believes the significant investment is justified to honor and present India’s epic to a global audience.
- The film’s budget surpasses many recent Hollywood blockbusters, including the new Superman movie.
As production progresses, the anticipation for this ambitious project, aiming to leave a global cultural footprint, continues to grow.
