Actor Sunny Deol will have limited screen time in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana: Part 1’, releasing in Diwali 2026. The first part will focus on the arrival of Lord Hanuman (played by Deol).
Sources close to India Today revealed that the actor will have a bigger role in the sequel. As per the sources, the first part will end with the arrival of Hanuman, who will pledge to help Lord Rama (Ranbir Kapoor) and Laxman (Ravi Dubey) in rescuing Goddess Sita (Sai Pallavi) from the clutches of Ravana (Yash).
will end with Deol’s arrival for around 15 minutes. However, the next part, which is slated to release during Diwali 2027, will have a bigger role for him. It will depict his role when the battle between Rama and Ravana will be the central plot.
Recently, the team made the official title reveal of the film with a . Screenings were held across nine Indian cities and at New York’s Times Square, highlighting the project’s international aspirations. The narrative explores the conflict between Lord Rama and Ravana, aiming to engage audiences globally with its storytelling and grandeur.
Another highlight of ‘Ramayana’ is its music, which is a collaborative effort between renowned composers Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. Acclaimed stunt coordinators Terry Notary and Guy Norris will oversee the action sequences. These collaborations aim to enhance the film’s epic feel, ensuring both visual and auditory grandeur.
Produced by Namit Malhotra and co-produced by Yash, ‘Ramayana’ is backed by Prime Focus Studios and Monster Mind Creations. The visual effects are managed by DNEG, an eight-time Oscar-winning VFX company. This powerhouse team is expected to deliver cutting-edge visuals that match the epic narrative.
‘Ramayana’ also features Kajal Aggarwal, Vijay Sethupathi, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Arun Govil, Lara Dutta and others in pivotal characters.