Mumbai: Ranbir Kapoor’s much-awaited Ramayana Part 1 may reach cinemas a day earlier than its previously announced release date, according to a report. The Nitesh Tiwari directorial was earlier scheduled to release on November 6, but the makers are now reportedly considering November 5 as the new theatrical release date.

If the proposed change receives final approval, the film is expected to be released in India and overseas markets on the same day. An official announcement from the makers is likely once all stakeholders formally approve the revised schedule.

The film, which has generated considerable interest because of its large-scale production and star-studded cast, is being planned as a two-part cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic Ramayana.

Ramayana Part 1 may arrive on November 5

According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the makers have decided to consider Thursday, November 5, for the worldwide release of the first instalment. The report quoted a source as saying that the stakeholders are largely on board with the proposed date, although final approval is still awaited.

The film was earlier scheduled to arrive in theatres on November 6. Moving the release forward by one day would allow audiences in India and overseas markets to watch the film on the same date, if the reported plan is formally confirmed.

The makers have not yet made an official announcement confirming the change. Therefore, November 5 should currently be treated as a reported release date rather than a finalised one.

Promotions gather pace ahead of release

With the theatrical release approaching, the makers have begun increasing promotional activities around the film. Character posters have been unveiled to give audiences a closer look at the principal characters and the visual world created for the epic.

One of the recently released posters features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The three actors are shown against a forest setting, offering a glimpse of the film’s portrayal of the central characters.

Another poster focuses on Yash as Ravana. The actor’s appearance as the antagonist has been among the aspects attracting attention as the makers gradually introduce the characters ahead of the film’s release.

The promotional material is also expected to build anticipation around the scale of the project, which is being mounted as a major cinematic interpretation of one of India’s best-known epics.

Ranbir Kapoor leads the star-studded cast

Ramayana Part 1 features Ranbir Kapoor in the role of Lord Ram, with Sai Pallavi playing Sita. Yash portrays Ravana, while Ravie Dubey has been cast as Lakshman.

The film also features Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi and Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari.

The combination of established Bollywood stars and actors from different Indian film industries has added to the attention surrounding the project. The casting has also contributed to expectations around how the makers will present the epic on a large cinematic scale.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film is being produced as a two-part story rather than a single standalone adaptation. The filmmakers are expected to use the two instalments to cover the narrative on a broader scale.

Ramayana to release in two parts

The first part of Ramayana is scheduled for release this year, while the second instalment is planned for Diwali 2027.

The two-part format allows the makers to expand the story and its major characters across separate films. Details about the narrative division between the two instalments are being closely watched as the promotional campaign progresses.

For now, the key release-date development concerns the reported shift of the first part from November 6 to November 5. The proposed date is yet to receive final official confirmation from the makers.

If approved, the change would mean that audiences in India and overseas territories could potentially watch Ramayana Part 1 worldwide on November 5. An official announcement is expected to settle the release-date speculation.

Release date remains subject to confirmation

While the reported November 5 date has created excitement among Ranbir Kapoor fans and followers of the project, the film’s official release schedule will depend on the makers’ final confirmation.

With promotions already beginning through character posters, further updates on the film’s release, cast and promotional campaign are expected in the coming weeks. Until the makers make a formal announcement, November 6 remains the previously announced date, while November 5 is the reported revised plan.

The film’s second part is expected to follow during Diwali 2027, continuing the story introduced in the first instalment.