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Yash Reveals Universal Appeal of 'Ramayana', Teases Epic Big Screen Experience

Kannada superstar Yash, set to play Ravana, highlighted the timeless and universal appeal of the 'Ramayana' epic at CinemaCon 2026. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, boasts a stellar cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita. It has already generated buzz and some controversy online regarding the VFX in its first look. The two-part epic, with music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, is scheduled for a grand worldwide IMAX release over Diwali 2026 and 2027.

Key Points: Yash on Ramayana's Universal Appeal & Star-Studded Cast

  • Yash plays Ravana in epic two-part film
  • Film faced VFX backlash on social media
  • Features Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol
  • Music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer
  • Set for Diwali 2026 & 2027 IMAX release
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Yash reveals what makes 'Ramayana' universal

Yash discusses why Ramayana resonates globally, his role as Ravana, and the film's star cast, VFX controversy, and Diwali 2026 release.

Yash reveals what makes 'Ramayana' universal
"The very reason this story has endured for so long... suggests there's something deeply universal about it - Yash"

Mumbai, April 15

Kannada superstar Yash, who is currently gearing up for his upcoming film 'Ramayana', has spoken up on the universal appeal of the epic.

The actor attended the CinemaCon 2026 recently, and shared, "'Ramayana' has a certain substance that stays with you for a long time. The very reason this story has endured for so long, and gone beyond boundaries, almost transcending cultures where people truly own it suggests there's something deeply universal about it".

He further mentioned, "And I feel that experiencing it on the big screen, with today's technology, could make it feel even more immersive and unique for audiences, something they can truly take in and enjoy the way it's meant to be seen".

Yash will be seen playing Ravana in the film. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in association with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations.

'Ramayana' also stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey. Earlier, the film invited backlash on social media over VFX in certain sequences in the first look of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. The Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG is looking after the VFX of the film. Netizens reacted strongly to the video asset, many people on social media joked about how Namit Malhotra used AI tools for the VFX, and is showing inflated figures in his budget.

'Ramayana' is directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The music is being composed by A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, marking a cross-industry collaboration.

The film is set to release later this year. The two-part epic will release in IMAX worldwide, Part 1 in Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The cast and crew look stellar, but I'm still worried about the VFX after that first look. With DNEG and Rahman-Zimmer on board, they have no excuse for anything less than spectacular. Hope they listen to the feedback.
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Aman W
Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman together? That's a dream collaboration! The music alone will be worth the IMAX ticket. This could be India's answer to big-budget global epics if done right.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see an Indian epic getting this scale of treatment. As someone not from India, I've always been fascinated by these stories. Looking forward to experiencing it in theaters.
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Vikram M
Releasing in Diwali is perfect. It's a festival of lights and this story is about the triumph of light over darkness. Hope they do justice to the source material and don't just rely on VFX spectacle.
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Karthik V
Casting Yash as Ravana is a masterstroke. He has that powerful screen presence. But the pressure is immense - portraying such a complex character for a global audience. All the best to the team!

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