13 November 2026: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi’s Ramayana: Part 1 has turned into the biggest box-office story of the year. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, the mythological epic opened in theatres on 5 November, three days before Diwali, and has since broken several records, including the biggest single-day collection for a Bollywood film. Here is a complete look at how the film has performed so far, what has driven its success and what comes next for the two-part saga.
The Cast and the Film
Ramayana: Part 1 is the first instalment of a two-part adaptation of the ancient Indian epic. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi plays Sita and Kannada superstar Yash plays Ravana. The film is one of the most expensive Indian productions ever made and was planned with a global audience in mind. Reports earlier this year said different cuts would be prepared for Indian and international audiences. In some overseas markets, including the United States, it has been released as Ramayana: Rise of a Legend.
Opening Day: A Strong Start
The film opened with one of the biggest advance booking totals in Bollywood history. On its first day, it earned around Rs 60 to 65 crore in India, according to trade reports, with worldwide opening estimates of over Rs 100 crore. Trade tracker Sacnilk reported that it set a new record for a pre-Diwali opening and recorded the third-highest opening-day Hindi net collection of 2026, behind Dhurandhar 2 and Drishyam 3.
Not every early report was glowing. Some pointed out that, despite the hype and budget, the first-day number did not place it among the very biggest Indian openings of all time. As it turned out, the film’s real strength showed over the following days.
Extended Weekend: Momentum Builds
The Thursday release gave the film a four-day opening weekend. Collections grew sharply over the weekend, with the Saturday India net reported at around Rs 69.8 crore, a jump of over 45 percent from Friday. By the end of three days, its worldwide gross had crossed Rs 375 crore.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh reported that the Hindi version alone collected Rs 175.25 crore nett in India from Thursday to Sunday. Within four days, the film had also overtaken the lifetime worldwide collection of Prabhas’s Adipurush, another big-budget adaptation of the Ramayana, according to Khaleej Times.
Record-Breaking Monday
The biggest surprise came on Monday, 9 November, the day after Diwali. Instead of dropping, as most films do after an opening weekend, Ramayana: Part 1 recorded its biggest day yet. According to Sacnilk, it collected Rs 107.50 crore net in India that day, overtaking Dhurandhar 2’s record for the biggest first Monday at the Indian box office.
By the end of day five, the film’s worldwide gross stood at about Rs 663.9 crore, with overseas markets contributing around Rs 250 crore. The post-Diwali holiday period clearly worked in its favour, as families turned out in large numbers.
Box Office Summary So Far
| Milestone | Reported Figure |
|---|---|
| Release date | 5 November 2026 (Thursday) |
| Day 1 India | Around Rs 60 to 65 crore |
| Day 3 Saturday India net | Around Rs 69.8 crore |
| Worldwide after 3 days | Over Rs 375 crore |
| Hindi nett, 4-day weekend | Rs 175.25 crore |
| Day 5 Monday India net | Rs 107.50 crore (record) |
| Worldwide after 5 days | About Rs 663.9 crore |
| Overseas after 5 days | About Rs 250 crore |
Figures are estimates from trade sources and media reports and may differ slightly between trackers.
What Is Driving Its Success?
- Festive timing: Releasing just before Diwali gave the film a long holiday window when families go to theatres together.
- A story everyone knows: The Ramayana has deep cultural and emotional appeal across generations and regions.
- Star power across industries: Pairing Ranbir Kapoor with Yash and Sai Pallavi helped the film attract audiences beyond Hindi-speaking markets.
- Scale and spectacle: Its large-scale visual effects and IMAX screenings encouraged viewers to watch it on the big screen.
- Global release: A wide international release added substantial overseas earnings.
How It Compares
Comparisons with other big hits are inevitable. Reports note that, in domestic net earnings, the film was still behind Ranbir Kapoor’s earlier blockbuster Animal at a similar stage, even as its worldwide numbers raced ahead thanks to strong overseas business. Its second week will decide how high its final total can go, as weekday holds after the festive period are a key test for any big release.
What Comes Next: Ramayana Part 2
The makers have planned Ramayana as a two-part saga. The second instalment is expected around Diwali 2027. The strong performance of Part 1 is likely to raise expectations further, and the climax of the epic, featuring the confrontation between Rama and Ravana, is expected to be the focus of the second film.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ramayana: Part 1 released?
It was released in theatres on 5 November 2026.
Who plays Ravana in Ramayana?
Kannada superstar Yash plays Ravana, alongside Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita.
How much has Ramayana earned worldwide?
According to trade reports, it grossed about Rs 663.9 crore worldwide in its first five days.
When will Ramayana Part 2 release?
The second part is planned for around Diwali 2027.
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