Ranbir Kapoor has taken a big decision; he will not be consuming non-vegetarian or alcoholic drinks for playing the role of Lord Ram! The source said that Ranbir wants to portray the purity and body of Lord Ram on screen and wants to be mentally and physically prepared for this challenging role in the much-awaited mythological story. Ranbir will completely abstain from drinking alcohol and consuming non-vegetarian food for the film Ramayan. A new cinematic adaptation of the Hindu epic, Ramayana, is scheduled to release on Diwali in 2026.
Ranbir Kapoor gave up alcohol to play Lord Rama in Ramayana
Ranbir Kapoor is making major changes in his lifestyle to play the role of Lord Rama in Ramayana. It is being said that the actor has decided to become a vegetarian and give up drinking completely. This is because Ranbir wants to portray the purity and body of Lord Ram on screen. Since the shooting of ‘Ramayana’ began, Ranbir Kapoor has been working hard for his character. He has also made many changes to adapt to the character. He is focusing on a strict sattvic diet, early morning exercises, and meditation to impress the spiritual discipline of the character.
Quit smoking for daughter Raha
Ranveer had talked about quitting smoking in the past after the birth of his daughter Raha. “Now, my only goal is to spend time with my daughter. I have made a lot of changes in my lifestyle. I have quit smoking and drinking. I am really trying to clean up my life. I am entering my 40s and want to be healthy for my child and for myself,” he said.
Release date: The film is planned to be released in two parts. Part 1 is scheduled to be released worldwide on Diwali 2026, and Part 2 is scheduled to be released on Diwali 2027.
Who plays what role in the Ramayana?
The film features a star-studded ensemble cast from across the Indian film industry. Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Laxman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Arun Govil as King Dashrath (who famously played Lord Ram in the 1980s TV series), Adinath Kothare as Bharat, Indira Krishnan as Kausalya, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara, Amitabh Bachchan in a special role as Jatayu, Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjeeva, and Mohit Raina as Lord Shiva.
Plot: The film will follow the traditional plot of the epic Ramayana. The first part is expected to cover the exile of Prince Rama, the abduction of Sita by Ravana, and the initial preparations for the war. The movie aims to be a respectful and authentic retelling of the story in line with Valmiki’s original version. The filmmakers emphasized the use of advanced VFX to create a visually stunning cinematic experience to bring the mythological epic to life.
Director: The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari, who is known for his work in films like Dangal and Chhichhore.
Producer: The film is produced in association with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios, and 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG.
Budget: Reports suggest that the budget for Part 1 is a whopping ₹835 crore (around $100 million), making it one of the most expensive Indian films ever made. Some reports even put the total budget for the entire franchise at ₹16 billion.
VFX and Cinematography: DNEG is responsible for the visual effects, and the film is being shot for IMAX. Cinematography is being handled by Pankaj Kumar and Mahesh Limaye.
Music: The music is being composed by the legendary A. R. Rahman, with some reports also mentioning a collaboration with Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer.
A look at the Ramayan teaser
The Ramayan teaser starts from the core—the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, who rule the world. With attractive animations, the video introduces the characters of Ramayan—Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.
First Look and Makers’ Note
“Ten years of aspiration. Relentless determination to bring the greatest epic of all time to the world. A result of collaboration with some of the world’s finest individuals to present Ramayana with utmost respect and reverence. Welcome to the beginning. Let’s celebrate the immortal story of Ram vs. Ravana. Our truth. Our history,” the makers wrote while sharing the first look.