After days of anticipation and a last-minute postponement, the trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's “Ramayana” was unveiled worldwide at 4:15 am on Thursday during the auspicious Brahma Muhurta, a release strategy announced by producer Namit Malhotra as a tribute to the sacred epic. The trailer, originally scheduled to release nearly a week earlier, immediately became one of the biggest talking points on social media as fans shared their first reactions.
The trailer offers a glimpse into the retelling of the Indian epic, introducing Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. While audiences praised the film’s grand visuals, large-scale action sequences and background score, the online chatter revolves around the performances.
Yash emerged as the standout performer for many viewers. Fans lauded the “KGF” star’s commanding screen presence and intense portrayal of Ravana, with several calling him the “scene-stealer” despite his limited screen time. Many social media users felt he made the strongest impression in the trailer and expressed excitement for the eventual confrontation between Ram and Ravana.
Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Ram, however, received a mixed response. While several viewers appreciated his calm and restrained interpretation of the character, others felt his screen presence lacked the impact expected from the role, especially when compared with Yash’s imposing Ravana.
A recurring question among fans was the absence of Sunny Deol's Hanuman. Social media users repeatedly asked why the character did not feature in the trailer, with many expressing disappointment that his first look was withheld. Reports suggest the makers may have intentionally kept Hanuman under wraps, as the character is expected to play a much larger role in the second instalment.
Despite the divided opinions over Ranbir Kapoor's performance, the trailer has generated a great buzz. Some viewers opined that the trailer doesn't seem like a Rs 4000 crore movie so far; others said the first glimpse had successfully heightened expectations for what might shape up to be one of Indian cinema's biggest mythological spectacles.
