Ranbir Kapoor’s Ram Act Wins Hearts After Song Launch

Ranbir Kapoor’s casting as Lord Ram in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming epic Ramayana, once a subject of heated online debate, appears to be finding acceptance among audiences following the release of the film’s first track, “Jai Jai Ram.” Many social media users who had earlier questioned the choice are now acknowledging they may have judged too soon.

A Song That Changed Minds

The track arrived on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, offering viewers their first extended glimpse of Kapoor as Ram alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita. Composed by AR Rahman and voiced by Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, the song traces pivotal moments from the epic, including the wedding of Ram and Sita and scenes from Ram’s larger journey. Online reactions have shifted noticeably, with several commentators now calling the casting choice fitting, pointing to Kapoor’s restrained and dignified performance as key to winning them over.

Star-Studded Cast and Global Release

Beyond Kapoor and Pallavi, the film features Yash in the role of Ravana and Sunny Deol portraying Hanuman, rounding out a high-profile ensemble for the mythological epic. The project is backed by Prime Focus Studios and Monster Mind Creations, with Sony Pictures handling its global rollout.

Ramayana: Part One is slated for a worldwide theatrical release during Diwali 2026, positioning it as one of the most anticipated Indian film releases of the year. With the first song now generating positive buzz around Kapoor’s central performance, expectations are building for further promotional material ahead of the film’s launch. Whether the goodwill sparked by “Jai Jai Ram” carries through to the film’s eventual release remains to be seen, but for now, the tide of public opinion appears to be turning in the film’s favor.