Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ Trailer Leaked After Launch Event; Makers File Takedown Notices Ahead of Global Launch
Following an unauthorized leak of low-quality footage from a private Delhi screening, the makers of Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana have taken swift legal action to scrub the clips from social media. The film's team is preparing for a high-profile international showcase. ahead of public release on July 24.
An unauthorised video recording of the trailer for director Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated film, Ramayana, surfaced online following an exclusive preview event held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The leaks prompted the production team to take legal action and initiate copyright takedowns across various social media platforms. ‘Ramayana’: Ranbir Kapoor Touches Kumar Vishwas, Sunny Deol’s Feet (Video).
‘Ramayana’ Trailer Leaked, Makers Take Action
Despite tight security measures at the Delhi launch event where attendees were required to sign non-disclosure agreements and strictly prohibited from recording short, low-quality video clips of the trailer appeared on social media.
The footage showed early glimpses of the lead cast, including Ranbir Kapoor and Yash. In response, the film's anti-piracy team and legal counsel swiftly initiated takedown requests to scrub the unauthorised clips from platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and Telegram.
Representatives close to the production noted that the recorded videos do not reflect the final visual standard of the film, which features complex visual effects designed for IMAX and 3D formats.
‘Ramayana’ Trailer Release Details
The official promotional campaign for Ramayana is following a strategic, multi-stage rollout plan ahead of its public debut.
An exclusive preview of the trailer was scheduled for a select group of press and media members in Mumbai. Following the domestic press viewings, the film's team, including lead actors Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, alongside director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra, will present the trailer internationally at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2026 on July 23. The SDCC panel will take place in Ballroom 20, accommodating nearly 4,800 attendees.
The Ramayana trailer will officially premiere worldwide for the public on July 24 across all digital platforms.
More About ‘Ramayana’
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari (Dangal, Chhichhore), Ramayana is envisioned as a multi-part cinematic adaptation of the ancient Indian epic. The film is jointly produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, with visual effects spearheaded by the Oscar-winning studio DNEG.
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, while South Indian superstar Yash portrays Ravana. The ensemble cast also stars Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Arun Govil as King Dashrath. ‘Ramayana’: Yash Speaks Hindi, Says Film Gave Him Chance To Learn the Language (Video).
The first instalment, Ramayana: Part 1, is slated for a worldwide theatrical release during Diwali 2026, with the second part scheduled to follow during Diwali 2027.
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