Ranbir Kapoor Calls Lord Ram ‘Maryada Purushottam’ at Ramayana LA Event

The anticipation surrounding Ramayana continues to build as Ranbir Kapoor, director Nitesh Tiwari, and producer Namit Malhotra unveiled the film’s first visuals at a special screening in Los Angeles. The event, attended by an international audience, marks a key milestone ahead of the film’s upcoming asset launch in India on April 2.

Kapoor, who portrays Lord Ram in the ambitious two-part epic, shared his perspective on embodying one of the most revered figures in Indian mythology during an interactive Q&A session.

‘Maryada Purushottam’: Ranbir Kapoor on Lord Ram’s Timeless Ideals

Speaking about the character, Kapoor emphasized Lord Ram’s enduring relevance across generations and cultures.

“Lord Ram has been the conscience keeper of billions of people around the globe for centuries and long after. He will continue being so long after we have gone. He enlightens us about the triumph of the human spirit in terms of adversities.”

He further added:

“He stands for compassion, for courage, for righteousness and forgiveness. He is called Maryada Purushottam, which stands for an ideal man.”

Kapoor’s remarks introduced global audiences to the philosophical depth of the character, framing Ram not just as a mythological figure but as a moral and spiritual guide.

First Glimpse Generates Strong Early Reactions

The Los Angeles event also featured an exclusive preview of the film’s first footage, which has since sparked strong reactions online. Attendees praised the scale, emotional depth, and immersive storytelling teased in the visuals.

Social media posts from viewers highlighted the film’s detailed world-building and powerful moments, with some describing the experience as “breathtaking” and emotionally resonant.

The first official glimpse, reportedly titled Rama, is set to release on April 2, coinciding with Hanuman Jayanti.

A Global-Scale Mythological Epic

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is envisioned as a large-scale cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, designed for a global audience. The film is being produced under Prime Focus Studios and Monster Mind Films, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling.

The ensemble cast includes:

Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram
Sai Pallavi as Sita
Yash as Ravana
Ravi Dubey as Lakshman
Sunny Deol as Hanuman

Additional cast members include Bobby Deol, Lara Dutta, Rakul Preet Singh, Amitabh Bachchan, and others in key roles.

A major highlight of the project is its music, co-composed by Academy Award winners Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman, blending global orchestral elements with Indian musical traditions.

Release Timeline and What’s Next

The makers are positioning Ramayana as a two-part cinematic event. The first installment is slated for release during Diwali 2026, followed by the second part in Diwali 2027.

With its international promotional rollout underway and the first official glimpse imminent, the film is steadily emerging as one of the most ambitious projects in Indian cinema.