Ramayana becomes a box-office phenomenon in Thailand, the USA, and Indonesia. Ranbir Kapoor-starrer is now the 6th highest-grossing Bollywood film in North America

Ramayana is going strong at the box office. Despite mixed reviews, Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi’s magnum opus continues to make history at the box office, going from strength to strength. As per a report by Sacnilk.com, the film has earned a staggering Rs 549 crore in India so far, within seven days of its release. However, the movie has been making an impact globally too. As per an Indian Express report, the movie has already earned a staggering Rs 800 crore at the worldwide box office, with many countries in Southeast Asia contributing to its earnings.

The film Ramayana premiered in Indonesia on Wednesday, November 11, five days after its release in India, North America, Canada, Australia, the UK, Europe and several other major international markets. Videos and photographs from the grand premiere in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, went viral on social media, showcasing the enthusiasm of local audiences, who turned the movie outing into a full-fledged cultural celebration.

Indonesian fans arrived dressed in traditional Indian outfits, walked the red carpet and posed for photographs before heading inside to experience the film in IMAX. The cinema lobby was transformed into a festive space, featuring dance performances and activities inspired by the Indian epic. Visitors were spotted shopping for bangles, getting intricate henna designs applied to their hands and posing on a throne set up in the middle of the lobby. Some attendees also showcased their dancing skills in traditional Indian attire.


Adding to the excitement, several people dressed up as Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Ravana, giving fans an opportunity to pose for photographs with characters from the epic.

For those who are unaware, the Ramayana, or rather a version of the epic- the Kakawin Ramayana, an Old Javanese adaptation- has been quite popular in Indonesia for centuries.

As per Box Office Mojo, Ramayana was also released in Thailand and collected Rs 5 crore in the opening weekend and has become one of the highest-grossing Indian films in the country.

Not Just Southeast Asia Has Come Under Lord Ram’s Spell

As per Box Office Mojo, the movie has been performing very well in Europe and USA. Ramayana has opened at $627,810 (Rs 5.89 crore) in Germany, $186,7330 (Rs 17.52 crore) in Australia, 2.2 million pounds (Rs 27.55 crore in the UK), and $12.2 million (Rs 114.48 crore) in the US.

According to KoiMoi, it has emerged as Bollywood’s sixth highest grossing film in North America.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is an adaptation of the Hindu epic. It stars Ranbir, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the roles of Lord Rama, Mata Sita and Ravana.