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Nitesh Tiwari Ramayana film production

Overview

Nitesh Tiwari is directing a two-part film adaptation of the ancient Sanskrit epic Ramayana. The production, which involves visual effects by DNEG and a soundtrack by A. R. Rahman, reportedly has a combined budget of approximately Rs 4,000 crore.

To cater to different markets, the film will feature distinct edits. The English-language version, intended for international audiences, is expected to be roughly 30 minutes shorter than the Hindi version and will omit musical sequences entirely. The English-dubbed release for American audiences is scheduled for November 2026.

The epic itself, composed between 400 B.C.E. and 400 C.E., follows Prince Rama’s journey to rescue Sita from the demon king Ravana. The narrative has historically influenced global cinema, including elements appearing in Western films such as Alfonso Cuarón’s 1995 film ‘A Little Princess.’

Entities

Nitesh Tiwari · DNEG · Ranbir Kapoor · Alfonso Cuarón · A. R. Rahman

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Ramayana epic influences Hollywood film adaptations

    Director Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film ‘Ramayana’ continues a long tradition of reimagining the South Asian epic, which has previously influenced Hollywood works like ‘A Little Princess.’

  2. [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Ramayana English version to be shorter and songless for global audiences

    The English version of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana will reportedly be 30 minutes shorter than the Hindi version and will exclude songs to better suit international theatrical audiences.

Sources

dnaindia.com · en.etemaaddaily.com · indoremirror.in · news9live.com · pontevedrarecorder.com · republicmonitor.com · wopc.co.uk