‘Ramayana’: Ranbir Kapoor’s Film Seals Record-Breaking INR 75 Crore Music Deal With T-Series Ahead of Trailer Launch – Report
Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, has sealed a historic INR 75 crore music rights deal with T-Series for both installments, marking the largest audio acquisition for a Hindi film. The highly anticipated trailer for 'Ramayana: Part 1' will debut worldwide on July 30, 2026.
Mumbai, July 29, 2026 – Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious mythological epic, 'Ramayana: Part 1', is already making headlines even before its trailer launch, having locked in an unprecedented music rights deal. The film, which boasts a star-studded cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana, has reportedly inked a massive INR 75 crore agreement with music giant T-Series for the audio rights across both parts of the franchise. ‘Ramayana’ Actor Ranbir Kapoor Expresses Admiration for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ and Horror Hit ‘Obsession’ at SDCC 2026 (Watch Video).
This landmark deal positions 'Ramayana' as holding the biggest music rights valuation ever for a Hindi film, surpassing previous industry benchmarks.
Record-Breaking Music Deal for Nitesh Tiwari's ‘Ramayana’
The colossal music deal underscores the immense confidence that the industry has in the musical potential of 'Ramayana'. According to a report by Hindustan Times, T-Series secured the audio rights with a refundable advance of ₹75 crore, covering both instalments of the film. A close associate at T-Series reportedly confirmed the acquisition, expressing high confidence in the film's soundtrack.
The soundtrack features the combined genius of two Academy Award-winning composers: AR Rahman, who is composing the songs, and Hans Zimmer, responsible for the background score. This collaboration between such celebrated international talents has already generated significant buzz among music enthusiasts and filmgoers alike.
‘Ramayana’ Trailer Release Date and Production Details
Adding to the excitement, the makers of Ramayana have officially announced the worldwide trailer premiere for Ramayana: Part 1 on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the auspicious Brahma Muhurat, precisely at 4:15 AM IST. Producer Namit Malhotra, from Prime Focus Studios, shared the update, further heightening anticipation.
The trailer will also be attached to screenings of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' across Indian cinemas, ensuring a wide reach for the mythological spectacle.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. The ambitious project, reportedly made on a massive budget of INR 4,000 crore, is being filmed for IMAX.
This star-studded epic brings together an incredible ensemble from across Indian cinema, led by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as the formidable demon king Ravana. The legendary narrative is further reinforced by Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, and Arun Govil, celebrated for his legendary TV portrayal of Rama, stepping into the role of King Dasharath alongside Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi. Rounding out this powerhouse cast are Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, and Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjiva, making it one of the most ambitious multi-starrer adaptations in Indian film history. ‘Ramayana’: Yash Speaks Hindi, Says Film Gave Him Chance To Learn the Language (Video).
Ramayana: Part 1 is slated for a grand theatrical release during Diwali 2026, with the second part expected to follow in Diwali 2027. The visual effects for the epic are being handled by the eight-time Oscar-winning studio DNEG.
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