Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana Part One to release Nov 5 with paid previews on Nov 4

Mark your calendars for November 5 as Nitesh Tiwari's epic film 'Ramayana: Part One' debuts in theatres, with exciting paid previews on November 4. The cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, is set to captivate audiences, alongside Sai Pallavi and Yash. Plus, fans can look forward to 'Ramayana: Part Two' making its entrance during Diwali 2027, although release dates might vary in international markets.

Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's much-awaited film will reportedly have paid previews in India on November 4

Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's much-awaited film will reportedly have paid previews in India on November 4

The Income Tax Department has reportedly conducted searches at the Mumbai offices of Prime Focus Ltd on Wednesday morning (October 7), just a month before the release of highly anticipated Ramayana. The development comes at a crucial time for Prime Focus, which is headed by Namit Malhotra and is closely associated with the ambitious two-part mythological epic. Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey, is scheduled to hit theatres during Diwali next month.According to CNBC-TV18, the Income Tax searches at Prime Focus' offices are linked to foreign remittances, referring to the transfer of money from India to another country. However, details about the specific transactions being examined and the exact nature of the inquiry have not been disclosed yet.Fans Can Watch Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi And Yash's Ramayana Part 1 A Day Before Release? Here's What We Know The reported searches have also affected Prime Focus' performance in the stock market, with the company's shares reportedly falling by around 8 per cent on Wednesday morning.Prime Focus And Its Work On RamayanaPrime Focus, led by Namit Malhotra, is a major media and entertainment services company with operations across visual effects, animation, post-production and content production. The company also has an international presence, with reports stating that around 92 per cent of its revenue comes from markets outside India.The company has also faced regulatory scrutiny this year. In June, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) closed adjudication proceedings against Prime Focus concerning accounting treatment and financial disclosures after finding no irregularities. The latest Income Tax searches come as Prime Focus Studios continues its work on Ramayana, one of the year's most anticipated Indian films.About RamayanaDirected by Nitesh Tiwari, the film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravan and Sunny Deol, Rakul Preet Singh, Arun Govil and Ravie Dubey in the ensemble cast. The first part is scheduled for a Diwali release, while the second instalment is expected to arrive next year.According to a report in Pinkvilla, the film is expected to release in India on November 5.

Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi's Ramayana Part 1 is set to offer fans an early chance to watch the highly anticipated film. While the official theatrical release is expected during Diwali, reports suggest that the film will have paid previews a day before its official opening.According to a report by Pinkvilla, Ramayana Part 1 is scheduled to have paid previews in India on Wednesday (November 4), while its official release date will be Thursday (November 5). This means fans can watch the film a day earlier by booking tickets for the paid preview shows.The development comes days after Bollywood Hungama reported that the film would release on November 5. The paid previews will allow the makers to begin screenings on November 4, giving audiences an early look at the film ahead of its official opening day.Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Team Behind 'Negative Marketing' Of Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha? Producer Makes BIG RevelationsWhy Is Ramayana Part 1 Releasing With Paid Previews?The decision is reportedly linked to the film's international release schedule. The makers are planning to release the film on Thursday in several overseas markets, which is a standard release day in many territories. Having paid previews in India on Wednesday would allow the film to align more closely with its international rollout.The pre-Diwali period has traditionally been considered a challenging phase for theatrical releases. However, the report suggests that the makers are not viewing the period as the same limitation it once was, especially given the massive anticipation surrounding Ramayana Part 1.The report further stated that, internationally, the film is expected to follow the standard release day in most territories. North America will have paid previews on Wednesday followed by the official release on Thursday. The UK is currently scheduled for a Friday release, although this could potentially shift to Thursday or Wednesday.Release dates for East Asian markets, including China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong, are yet to be confirmed. Some of these territories could potentially get a day-and-date release, while others may see the film arrive later.More About Ramayana Part 1Produced by Namit Malhotra and directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana Part 1 features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash in a key role. The ensemble cast also includes Sunny Deol and several other actors.The film will be distributed by Dharma in India and Sony Pictures in international markets.Last month, the makers hosted an event attended by American YouTuber MrBeast. Ranbir, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari were also present at the event.Ramayana Part 1 Trailer And SongThe trailer of Ramayana Part 1 was released a few weeks ago and received mixed-to-positive reactions. While Yash and Sai Pallavi's performances were widely appreciated, Ranbir's casting as Lord Ram became a topic of discussion among netizens. Despite the debate, the actor's fans are eagerly awaiting his performance.The makers later released the song Jai Jai Ram, which also received a positive response. The visuals of the song, in particular, caught the attention of viewers.