Ramayana world premiere: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash’s epic to have historic screening in Los Angeles. Ryan Reynolds to attend? Check date, venue and more

Fans are counting down to the release of Nitesh Tiwari’s epic Ramayana: Part 1, which is scheduled to arrive in theatres in November 2026. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi and Sunny Deol in key roles, the ambitious film is now preparing for a special world premiere in Los Angeles ahead of its theatrical release.

According to reports, the premiere will take place on October 27, 2026, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. The special 3D screening is expected to be attended by more than 945 guests. A report by The Free Press Journal also mentioned that Ryan Reynolds, known for Deadpool & Wolverine, is expected to attend. However, his attendance has not been officially confirmed in the information available.

Ramayana world premiere: Date, venue and guest list

The reported world premiere of Ramayana is scheduled for October 27 at the David Geffen Theater inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. The event will take place days before the film's scheduled worldwide theatrical release on November 5.

More than 945 guests are expected to attend the special screening, including Hollywood personalities, international journalists and entertainment industry figures. The red-carpet event is also expected to have an Indian cultural touch, with guests reportedly invited to wear traditional Indian outfits.

Ryan Reynolds is among the Hollywood names mentioned in reports about the premiere. The actor, who played the title character in Deadpool and starred in Deadpool & Wolverine, is reportedly expected to attend the screening. However, until an official confirmation is issued, his presence at the event remains unconfirmed.

Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is being developed as a two-part cinematic project. Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios is producing the film in collaboration with DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations.

Ranbir Kapoor will portray Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi will play Sita. Yash will appear as Ravana, and Sunny Deol will take on the role of Lord Hanuman.

The supporting cast includes Ravie Dubey, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Arun Govil, Indira Krishnan and Lara Dutta.

Another major attraction is its music. Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer and A. R. Rahman are collaborating on the film's score.

Ramayana release date, languages and Part 2 details

The first instalment of Ramayana is scheduled to release worldwide in theatres on November 5, 2026. The second part is planned for Diwali 2027, making it a two-part retelling of the epic.

The film is expected to release in five languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. It will be available in standard and IMAX formats, allowing audiences to watch the production across different theatrical experiences. Sony Pictures is handling its overseas distribution.

With its Los Angeles premiere reportedly planned ahead of the India release, Ramayana is preparing for an international showcase before reaching cinemas worldwide.