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The highly anticipated mythological epic Ramayana: Rise of a Legend (also known as Ramayana: Part 1) is releasing globally in theaters on November 5, 2026. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari (Dangal), this monumental live-action adaptation of Valmiki's ancient poem is the first installment of an ambitious two-part cinematic event. With a combined massive budget of ₹4,000 crore (approx. $420 million USD), it stands as the most expensive project in Indian cinema history. Key Details & Background Worldwide Release: November 5, 2026 (strategically timed for the Diwali festival window). Run Time: Around 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes, offering an operatic, fast-paced narrative that moves efficiently through the expansive mythological storyline. Languages & Formats: Releasing in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, with heavy demand for its premium 3D and IMAX iterations. Censor Rating: Passed completely intact with a "U" rating (suitable for all ages) by the CBFC. Box Office Buzz: Ahead of its premiere, the film has already recorded historic pre-Diwali advance bookings, crushing records and earning over ₹73 crore before hitting theaters. Star-Studded Cast The production features a massive ensemble cast representing some of the biggest names across Indian regional cinema: Ranbir Kapoor as Prince Rama Sai Pallavi as Princess Sita Yash (in his official Hindi film debut) as the demon king Ravana Sunny Deol as Hanuman Ravi Dubey as Lakshman Arun Govil (who famously played Rama in the iconic 1987 TV show) appearing as King Dashrath Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi