The makers of Nitesh Tiwari’s cinematic adaptation of the Ramayana officially kicked off the film’s musical campaign on September 14, 2026, coinciding with the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. The first promotional track, titled “Jai Jai Ram”, features vocals by playback singers Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, set to a musical composition by Academy Award winner AR Rahman. The release marks the first major musical instalment for the highly anticipated two-part epic fantasy film.
‘Ramayana’ First Song ‘Jai Jai Ram’ Unveiled on Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
The production team, headed by producer Namit Malhotra under Prime Focus Studios, released the track early Monday morning following the unveiling of the official “Siya Ram” character poster. The poster features lead actors Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita seated together in a quiet forest setting, highlighting their characters’ bond during their exile.
“Jai Jai Ram” is composed by AR Rahman, featuring lyrics penned by poet and lyricist Dr Kumar Vishwas. The track brings together singers Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, combining traditional devotional elements with orchestral arrangements. The accompanying visual video offers the audience glimpses of the scale of the production, intersplicing character reveals with scenic landscapes of Ancient Ayodhya and forested wilderness.
Watch the Music Video of ‘Ramayana’ Song ‘Jai Jai Ram’
The song focuses on the themes of devotion, harmony, and the enduring bond between Ram and Sita, providing the foundational atmospheric soundscape for the upcoming film.
‘Ramayana’ Song ‘Jai Jai Ram’ Reactions
Following its release across digital platforms and streaming services, “Jai Jai Ram” garnered swift positive attention from listeners and industry observers. Audiences praised the vocal pairing of Singh and Ghoshal alongside Rahman’s composition.
Fans noted that the song’s reflective tone and spiritual melody set an optimistic benchmark for the project’s soundtrack, which also features orchestral score contributions from Hans Zimmer working alongside Rahman. A netizen wrote, “Some songs are heard, some are felt. This one feels like devotion in its purest form”, while another commented, “Shreya and Arijit feels good.”
Netizens React to ‘Ramayana’ Song ‘Jai Jai Ram’
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is structured as a two-part cinematic saga with an ensemble cast including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled for an international theatrical release on November 6, 2026, followed by its domestic release in India on November 8, 2026, to coincide with Diwali festivities. The second instalment, Part 2, is slated to hit theatres during Diwali 2027.