Ramayana: Rise of a Legend Los Angeles Premiere Wins Praise, Audience Applauds VFX, Background Score, And More

Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Rocking Star Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, “Ramayana: Rise of a Legend” is one of the most-anticipated films of 2026. Envisioned as a two-part mythological drama, the first installment will be hitting the theatres on Nov. 5, 2026, on the festive occasion of Diwali. It will be released in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam across India. Just a week before its grand release, the film has created history. It premiered at The Academy Theatre in Los Angeles. Undoubtedly, the audience has called it a grand spectacle. 

Here’s what they shared after witnessing the masterpiece, helmed by Nitesh Tiwari.

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Ramayana: Rise of a Legend World Premiere: Audience Reactions

Ramayana Rise of a Legend was spectacular! The visuals, the dances, the music, the action were all colossal. Ranbir Kapoor was sublime, Yash was magnetic. One of this year’s most immersive cinematic experiences. A grand spectacle!
#Ramayana https://t.co/MAw7rNaqS1 — Rama’s Screen (@RamasScreen) October 28, 2026

Ramayana: Rise of a Legend world premiere has escalated the buzz around the mythological film. Enthusiastic first reactions and responses have been pouring in on social media after its Los Angeles screening. Many have praised the impressive VFX, background score, and commanding screen presence of the lead actors, while some have been awestruck by the visual grandeur. 

Speaking about the respectful portrayal of the sacred epic, the viewers have analysed every actor’s performance keenly. Starting with Sai Pallavi, the audience are amazed by her grace and top-notch expressions, while Ranbir Kapoor and Yash have also drawn praise for their impeccable performances.

Intending to offer the most immersive cinematic experiences, the audience believes that the film has the potential to take Indian cinema up a notch on the global stage. Bankrolled by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, the film “Ramayana” will be released in IMAX, with Sony Pictures distributing it globally. On the other hand, Dharma Productions will distribute the film in the Hindi-speaking market. Part 1 will hit the silver screens worldwide on Nov.5, 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027.