First look of Ranbir Kapoor as Ram: Ramayan promises the return of the OG evergreen hero
Nitish Tiwari’s Ramayan has released its first look with Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, promising a visually gorgeous and emotionally layered retelling. The epic explores timeless choices, duty and sacrifice through a fresh cinematic lens.
RamayanaThe much-awaited two-part film franchise directed by Nitish Tiwari has released its first look – Ranbir Kapoor as Ram. Produced by Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with acclaimed visual effects studio DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, the project promises a fresh cinematic take on the ancient epic.
The unveiling of the Rama teaser is a momentous moment for audiences across the globe. This portrayal brings to life a character whose story has resonated for more than 5,000 years, providing both nostalgia for those familiar with the story and a new perspective for those seeing it for the first time.
Ram: A hero defined by his choices
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Ram is presented as a hero who is defined by the choices he makes. He prefers duty over desire and willingly gives up power when it is right to do so. Known as Maryada Purushottam or ‘the highest ideal of human conduct’, Ram embodies dignity, compassion and moral clarity even in the midst of exile, loss and injustice. This timeless quality is central to their enduring appeal.
Director Nitesh Tiwari said, “RamayanaIts greatness lies in its emotional richness. At its core, it is not just about good and bad, but also about choices, consequences, and the importance of doing what is right. Ram’s journey is deeply human and we have tried to stay true to that.”
Ranbir Kapoor shared his thoughts on playing the character of Ram: “I don’t think I am here to represent Ram. I am here to learn from him. There is a simplicity and purity about him that is very rare; and trying to understand and assimilate it has been an extremely humbling experience.”
Producer and creative architect Namit Malhotra reflected on the power of the story: “The power of Ram’s story lies not in what he conquers, but in what he gives up. He represents a standard that is not easy, not convenient, but necessary. He chooses duty over desire, truth over comfort, and sacrifice over self. That’s why his story has endured for thousands of years, and that’s why it endures today.” Matters.”
The collaboration between Prime Focus Studios, DNEG and Monster Mind Creations aims to bring this epic story to life with cutting-edge technology and storytelling. As the franchise unfolds, audiences can expect a respectful and emotionally resonant retelling of one of India’s best-loved stories.
The teaser is already garnering attention globally, Ramayana While remaining faithful to the epic core, presenting it in contemporary cinematic language, it is set to engage audiences through an exploration of eternal values and human dilemmas.