Bollywood

59 days ago

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Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana Budget Soars to ₹1600 Crore: Inside the Costliest Indian Film Franchise

A Cinematic Epic Redefining Indian Cinema ## Mumbai, July 5, 2025 – Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana, has set social media ablaze with its jaw-dropping first-look teaser. Dubbed the greatest Indian epic of all time, this two-part cinematic masterpiece, set for release on Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, promises an unparalleled visual spectacle. But what does it take to bring this mythological saga to life? A staggering ₹1600 crore budget, making Ramayana the most expensive Indian film franchise ever. Here’s an in-depth look at the budget, production, and why this film is poised to dominate the box office. ## The Teaser That Took the Internet by Storm The 3-minute intro teaser of Ramayana has left audiences speechless, showcasing: World-Class VFX: Crafted by DNEG, an 8-time Oscar-winning studio, the visuals rival Hollywood blockbusters like Avatar. Electrifying Score: A collaboration between legendary composers Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman, blending Indian and global musical sensibilities. Star Power: Glimpses of Ranbir Kapoor’s serene Lord Rama and Yash’s menacing Ravana, setting the stage for an epic face-off. Fans on X can’t stop raving about the teaser’s grandeur, with posts like “#RamayanaTeaser is a game-changer for Indian cinema!” trending worldwide. Check out the buzz on X and join the conversation! ## Breaking Down the ₹1600 Crore Budget According to Bollywood Hungama, sources close to producer Namit Malhotra confirm that Ramayana’s two parts are being crafted with a combined budget of ₹1600 crore, excluding print and publicity costs. Here’s the breakdown: Part 1 (Diwali 2026): ₹900 crore, covering elaborate sets, character designs, and digital assets for Ayodhya, Lanka, and beyond. Part 2 (Diwali 2027): ₹700 crore, leveraging existing sets and assets from Part 1 to optimize costs. Why the cost difference? Most of the intricate sets, costumes, and VFX assets for Ramayana Part 1 will be reused in Part 2, significantly reducing production expenses. Namit Malhotra, CEO of Prime Focus Studios, views the ₹1600 crore as a unified investment in the Ramayana franchise, not split by parts.## Comparison with Other Indian Blockbusters To put this in perspective: Adipurush (2023): ₹500 crore budget, criticized for VFX quality. Baahubali 2 (2017): ₹250 crore, a benchmark for Indian epics. RRR (2022): ₹550 crore, a global hit. Ramayana’s budget dwarfs these films, reflecting its ambition to redefine Indian cinema on a global stage. ## The Vision Behind the Budget Produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is a passion project. Malhotra, whose DNEG studio has worked on films like Dune and Interstellar, is leveraging cutting-edge technology to create a mythical world that feels authentic yet larger-than-life. The budget covers: VFX and CGI: DNEG’s expertise ensures hyper-realistic depictions of Ayodhya, Lanka, and Hanuman’s aerial feats. Global Talent: Hans Zimmer’s involvement elevates the film’s appeal to international audiences. Massive Sets: Replicas of ancient Indian architecture, built across multiple studios. Star-Studded Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi (Sita), Ravi Dubey (Lakshman), and Sunny Deol (Hanuman) command significant fees. ## Will Ramayana Break Box Office Records? The makers are confident that Ramayana will not only recover its colossal budget but also deliver massive profits. Here’s why: Global Appeal: With Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, the film targets Bollywood and South Indian audiences, while Zimmer’s score and DNEG’s VFX attract international viewers. Festive Release: Diwali 2026 and 2027 releases ensure high footfall in India and the diaspora. Advance Booking Potential: Sacnilk’s data on films like Sikandar (3.38 lakh tickets sold) suggests Ramayana could shatter pre-sale records. Industry insiders predict Ramayana could gross over ₹2000 crore worldwide, surpassing Baahubali 2’s ₹1788 crore record. Stay tuned to Sacnilk for real-time box office updates when the film releases! ## Meet the Stellar Cast of Ramayana The film’s ensemble cast is a major draw: Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama: Known for Brahmastra, Ranbir brings depth to the virtuous hero. Yash as Ravana: The KGF star’s intense portrayal promises a formidable antagonist. Sai Pallavi as Sita: Her emotional range elevates the divine feminine. Ravi Dubey as Lakshman: A TV star turned film actor, adding loyalty and grit. Sunny Deol as Hanuman: The Gadar icon embodies strength and devotion. ## Why Ramayana Is a Game-Changer Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana isn’t just a film—it’s a cultural milestone. By blending Indian mythology with Hollywood-grade production, it aims to put Indian cinema on the global map. The ₹1600 crore budget reflects a bold bet on quality, scale, and storytelling. As one X user put it, “#Ramayana will be India’s Avengers: Endgame!” ## Join the Hype! What do you think of Ramayana’s massive budget and star-studded cast? Share your thoughts on X with #RamayanaMovie and follow Sacnilk for the latest updates on box office trends, advance bookings, and more. Don’t miss our exclusive analysis when Ramayana hits theaters in 2026! Stay tuned for more updates on Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana and its journey to becoming India’s biggest cinematic spectacle! ##

Box Office

60 days ago

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Ramayana Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Hindi movie Ramayana box office collection, which is an epic historical drama film. This film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Prime Focus Studios, and Monster Mind Creations. ## Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol, and Ravi Dubey in key roles. ## Ramayana Review - Coming Soon! ## Ramayana Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 150 Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Ramayana Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Ramayana Verdict: Coming Soon ## Ramayana Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 6th November 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

Bollywood

61 days ago

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Ramayana Primary Cast Confirmed As Makers Unveil Epic Announcement Video

Mumbai, July 3 - Ending months of speculations and anticipation, producer Namit Malhotra has officially announced the grand cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana. Directed by Dangal fame Nitesh Tiwari, the film was announced on July 3 with a breathtaking video that revealed the primary cast and teased the film's stunning scale. ## Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor will take on the revered role of Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi will portray Goddess Sita. Yash steps into the role of Ravana, with Sunny Deol portraying Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey is cast as Laxman. ## Though only five actors were formally announced, the ensemble cast will also feature Kajal Aggarwal, Arun Govil, Rakul Preet Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Lara Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, among others, in significant roles in this timeless saga. ## The announcement video itself has left fans awestruck with its cinematic brilliance. Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus in collaboration with Yash's Monster Mind Creations, the video showcases a sweeping vision of the epic tale, brought to life with world-class VFX by DNEG and a thrilling background score by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. ## Towards the end of the video, the makers also released the official first look glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Ram and Yash as Ravana. Designed specifically for IMAX, Ramayana promises to be a landmark in Indian cinema, offering an immersive experience of the sacred epic. The film will be released in two parts, with Part 1 releasing on Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 on Diwali 2027. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Namit Malhotra (@iamnamitmalhotra) ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

358 days ago

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Ranbir Kapoor To Play A Double Role In Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana': Report

Mumbai, September 9 - Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is doing the biggest film of his career in the form of director Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana. The movie also stars superstar Yash along with Sai Pallavi, and Sunny Deol, among many others. ## It is known to everyone that Ranbir Kapoor is playing the role of Lord Ram, and now, according to the latest report by Peeping.com, the Brahmastra star will be donning a double role in the film. Apart from playing Lord Ram, Ranbir will also play Maharishi Parashuram. ## It is said that Ranbir's dual role aligns with the fact that both Ram and Parashuram are avatars of Lord Vishnu. The actor will reportedly have a completely distinct and unrecognizable look as Parashuram who holds a brief but significant importance in the epic.## The report also states that the legendary Amitabh Bachchan has also joined the ensemble cast of Ramayana. Big B will reportedly lend his voice to the divine bird Jatayu, who loses his wings and life during a confrontation with Ravana while attempting to rescue Goddess Sita during her abduction.## The 2-part epic is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in partnership with Yash's Monster Mind Creations with a budget of $100 million. It stars Ranbir as Lord Ram, alongside Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Lankesh, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Laxman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, and Arun Govil as Dashrath, among others. ## The shoot of Ramayana is currently going at a brisk pace and is expected to be wrapped by November this year. It is heavy on VFX project and the first part will have a grand release in 2026. The makers are treating it with the due care and reverence that it deserves, presenting it in such a way that Indian hearts will swell with pride.## Stay tuned...

Pollywood

1205 days ago

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Box Office: Punjabi Movie 'Saunkan Saunkne' Scored A Blockbuster Opening Weekend

Chandigarh, May 16 - The Punjabi film industry is shining bright like never before with back-to-back blockbusters over the past few months. After testing the recent success with Honsla Rakh, Qismat 2, and Chal Mera Putt 2, the latest romantic-comedy film, Saunkan Saunkne, has set an all-time record for a Punjabi movie on the opening weekend. ## Directed by Amarjit Singh Saron, who also directed the last year's blockbuster Honsla Rakh, Saunkan Saunkne scored 9.65 crores net in its opening weekend, which is the highest-ever for a Punjabi movie. The film beat the record of Shadaa (2019) which had collected 9.15 crore net in the first weekend.## Saunkan Saunkne, starring Ammy Virk, Sargun Mehta, and Nimrat Khaira, grew over the weekend after taking the opening of 2.25 crores net. The movie received excellent reviews which helped it to jump approx. 47% on Saturday for 3.30 crores net. On Sunday, the movie was at its peak and scored 4.10 crores which is probably the highest single-day box office collection for a Punjabi film. ## At the overseas box office, Saunkan Saunkne has scored Rs 6.90 crores gross in the first weekend, taking the total worldwide collection of the film to 18.10 crores gross. There was a time about 6-7 years ago when Punjabi movies used to earn blockbuster status with a lifetime collection of 4-5 crores, and now, tripling it in the opening weekend itself, is really heartening to see. ## The movie is produced by Sargun Mehta, Ravi Dubey, and Jatin Sethi, and distributed by Zee Studios. It also stars Nirmal Rishi, Kaka Kautki, and Sukhwinder Chahal, among others in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

TV

1334 days ago

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Jimmy Sheirgill Puts Rumours About His Television Debut To Rest

Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) Actor Jimmy Sheirgill opens up about the reports going around about his television debut and says it is too early to reveal anything as nothing has been finalized from his end.## As per sources, 'Udaariyaan' producers, Sargun Mehta and Ravi Dubey are all set to come up with a new show, titled 'Swaran Mandir', which is going to be a family drama. It is about a couple who are abandoned by their young children at an old age.## The makers have approached well-known actor Aman Verma and later Jimmy for the show to play a lead role. But Jimmy has not signed any contract, and neither Aman said 'yes' for the show.## Jimmy told IANS that Sargun and Ravi just narrated the idea.## "I have done a Punjabi film, 'Jindua' many years back with Sargun, so I know both of them for quite a long time. They narrated an idea to me but beyond that, no contract has been signed yet. This is too early to say anything as things have not moved ahead. I don't know how this news came out. In fact, I am also shocked that without any confirmation, these reports are going around", he says.## On his interest in doing television shows, the actor adds: "I have been occupied with movies and web shows like 'Your Honor', so doing a television serial that too if it continues for years is not possible. Of course, if something interesting comes for a short span of time, I can think of being part of it".## Jimmy started his career with the movie, 'Maachis' and later did movies such as 'Mohabbatein', A'Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai', 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S' and also ventured in web shows among which recent one is 'Your Honor'.## Stay tuned...

Digital Media

1338 days ago

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Ravi Dubey Credits 'Matsya Kaand' For Changing His Career Trajectory

Mumbai, Jan 3 (IANS) Ravii Dubey, whose web show 'Matsya Kaand' has garnered a positive response, holds his character of Matsya very close to his heart for it has opened up new avenues for him thereby changing the course of his career as an actor.## The actor said, "'Matsya Kaand' has truly changed the trajectory of my career. It challenged me as an actor and made me align physically mentally and spiritually with this craft like never before. Matsya came with a lot of makeovers, physical transformation and an emotional quotient like no other character I have played so far".## Defining the journey of the show, he said, "It required a lot of hard work and throughout the process, my director Ajay Bhuyan, producer Deepak Dhar (Banijay Asia) and Team MX asserted that we were on the brink of cracking something big".## The show produced by Banijay Asia for MX Player, recently clocked 100 million views on streaming platform MX Player, elated with the response to the show, Ravi shared, "Receiving positive reviews of the show affirmed that all the hard work we've put in as a team has paid off. However, when the show crossed 100 million views on MX Player, I was speechless. To be honest, I couldn't have asked for a better end to this year".## Talking about the success of the show, Deepak Dhar, CEO & Founder, Banijay Asia said, "We are amidst a content revolution where we are witnessing refreshing, experimental content taking the front seat with the audience all over the world".## He added, "A show like 'Matsya Kaand', which centers on an atypical conman, charming his way through the heists created such a hype among the metro cities as well as the rural corner of the nation that crossed 100 million views really fuels our belief in investing in such unconventional stories".## "At Banijay Asia, we thrive on presenting narratives that resonate with the cultural milieu and we look forward to following the same route with accelerated zeal and efforts in our forthcoming presentations", he concluded.## Stay tuned...

TV

1817 days ago

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TV Stars Come Out In Support Of Ankita Lokhande In Spat With Shibani Dandekar

The leading stars of the Indian television have come out in support of Ankita Lokhande who is engaged in a war of words with Shibani Dandekar after her comment'two seconds of fame' on late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's former girlfriend. ## On Thursday (September 10), Shibani claimed that Ankita 'never dealt with her own relationship issues with Sushant'. Shibani, who is a close friend of Rhea Chakraborty, the prime accused in Sushant's death case, said that Ankita was trying to get 'two seconds of fame' by targeting Rhea.## Actress Rashmi Desai, who is a very good friend of Ankita has slammed Shibani Dandekar and asked her not to comment on Ankita's relationship with Sushant Singh Rajput, reminding her that he was 'not a star' when they started dating. ## She further said that "Ankita and Sushant's relationship was not toxic at all. It was Sushant's decision, he wanted to opt-out of it for whatever reason or situation, obviously, it is very personal. And today so-called people are claiming, who don't even know Sushant or the entire situation or even about Rhea are putting her into a bad light", Rashmi wrote in a note. ## "Now, this case is moving forward and getting some other angle, so let's not dig out things, don't ruin someone's name when you don't know the reality and two minutes fame, my darling, Ankita Lokhande doesn't need that she already is a star", the actress added. ## @anky1912 I know who you are and the entire country knows who #ankitalokhande is 💓 pic.twitter.com/94bn0wWRMC— Rashami Desai (@TheRashamiDesai) September 10, 2020 ## Hina Khan, who recently claimed the top spot in the Times most desirable women on TV list, has extended her support and wrote on Twitter, "A person who's made it in two credible mediums all by herself, a girl who rose from a scratch to become a TV Star n then shone brighter in films..Absolutely doesn't need '2 second fame' @anky1912 here's some love for ur grit n journey. Respect shud b equal in all quarters Period!".## A person who’s made it in two credible mediums all by herself, a girl who rose from a scratch to become a TV Star n then shone brighter in films..Absolutely doesn’t need ‘2 second fame’ @anky1912 here’s some love for ur grit n journey. Respect shud b equal in all quarters Period!— Hina Khan (@eyehinakhan) September 10, 2020 ## Devoleena Bhattacharjee who takes a sarcastic dig at Shibani Dandekar by saying that she don't even know her, wrote on Twitter, "Whoever she is but I must say all the day she got that 2secs fame targetting our beloved @anky1912.I mean like seriously... yeh toh hadd hi hogayee hai.. Kahan se chale aate yeh log & kaunse duniya mein jeete hai. More More power to you @anky1912".## Whoever she is but i must say all the day she got that 2secs fame targetting our beloved @anky1912.I mean like seriously... yeh toh hadd hi hogayee hai..🐣Kahan se chale aate yeh log & kaunse duniya mein jeete hai🙇🏼‍♀️. More More power to you @anky1912 ❤️🤗— Devoleena Bhattacharjee (@Devoleena_23) September 10, 2020 ## Actors, Ravi Dubey, Teejay Sidhu, Karanvir Bohra, Kamya Punjabi, and others have also supported Ankita Lokhande. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1929 days ago

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Badshah and Payal Dev to collaborate with couple Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta for a music video

Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah and playback singer Payal Dev to collaborate with television's adorable couple Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta for a music video titled 'Toxic'. Badshah shared the poster featuring himself with Ravi Dubey, Sargun Mehta, and Payal Dev. ## The song has been penned down by Badshah himself while Payal Dev has composed the music. It is directed by Ravi Dubey whereas Aditya Dev has produced the music video. The music album is also Badshah's second back to back collaboration with Payal after the duo delivered Genda Phool, featuring Jacqueline Fernandez.## View this post on Instagram COMING SOON @badboyshah @adityadevmusic @payaldevofficial @ravidubey2312 @sargunmehta @sonymusicnorth @sonymusicindia #toxic A post shared by BADSHAH (@badboyshah) on May 21, 2020 at 5:34am PDT ## Taran Adarsh also Twitted ## Television's adorable couple - #RaviDubey and #SargunMehta - collaborate with singers #Badshah and #PayalDev... The new single - #Toxic - is directed by #RaviDubey himself... Will be released on #SonyMusic... Poster... pic.twitter.com/gSfCBbxcjR— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 22, 2020 ## Speaking to a news portal, Badshah said, "Sargun and Ravi are talented actors and close friends. I really love what they have done with the video and can't wait to release it. I hope the audience will like the song and shower their love upon us". ## Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta also said to the same portal, "We have always admired Badshah's work and him as a human being. The song is extremely beautiful and we have tried our best to shoot at home and do justice to the song. The experience working with the whole team has been wonderful, really looking forward to the response."## The song will be released on Sony Music very soon. Sargun Mehta and Ravi Dubey have shot the video at home following lockdown guidelines.## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1987 days ago

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Diljit hilariously requests people to stop posting workout videos amid COVID-19

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) It seems singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh is fed up of seeing people's workout videos and pictures amid coronavirus outbreak.## On Wednesday, Diljit took to his Instagram account and posted a picture in which we can see him holding a placard that reads, "stop posting your home workouts."## Taking a hilarious dig, Diljit also asked people to "khao piyo aish karo mitro ( eat, drink and have fun)".## "Workout kisey nu dikhayeo na...te nede kise de jayio na ( Don't show your workout to others and don't go close to someone)," he added.## Agreeing to him, actor Ravi Dubey commented: "sahi baat."## Actor Karan Tacker wrote: "haha legit."## On the work front, Diljit, who was last seen in "Good Newwz", will be next seen in "Jodi".## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.