Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma Eyes Oscars for Ramayana Track
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, a sitar player, performed a song called 'Rama Rama' at an event for the movie Ramayana.
He shared a video of his performance on Instagram and said he hopes the song will be nominated for an Oscar.
Many people online liked his confidence and wished the song success.
The movie Ramayana is being made in two parts and will come out during Diwali in 2026 and 2027.
The trailer will be shown at a big event called San Diego Comic-Con on July 24.
The movie has a famous team, including AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer, who have won Oscars before.
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma performed 'Rama Rama' at Ramayana's Pratham Sankalp event in New Delhi.
He hinted at an Oscars nomination for the song, sparking online discussions.
Producer Namit Malhotra confirmed Rishab's involvement alongside AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer.
The film's trailer will be unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con on July 24.
Ramayana is planned as a two-part release, with the first part scheduled for Diwali 2026 and the second for Diwali 2027.
- Who
- Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, AR Rahman, Hans Zimmer, Namit Malhotra, Nitesh Tiwari, Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Rakul Preet Singh, Arun Govil, Vivek Oberoi, Ajinkya Deo, Kunal Kapoor, Shobana
- What
- Rishab Rikhiram Sharma's performance of 'Rama Rama' at the Pratham Sankalp event and his hint at an Oscars nomination for the song.
- When
- The event took place recently, with the trailer set to release on July 24 at San Diego Comic-Con.
- Where
- The Pratham Sankalp event was held in New Delhi, and the trailer will be unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con.
- Why
- To promote the film Ramayana and showcase its music and visual style.
Optimistic View
Skeptical View
Oscars Nomination
Optimistic View
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma's confidence and the involvement of AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer suggest a strong chance for an Oscars nomination.
Skeptical View
While the team is talented, predicting an Oscars nomination this early may be premature and overconfident.
- Musician
- Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
- Song
- Rama Rama
- Film
- Ramayana
- Composers
- AR Rahman, Hans Zimmer, Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
- Event
- Pratham Sankalp
- Trailer Release
- San Diego Comic-Con, July 24
- Release Dates
- Diwali 2026 (Part 1), Diwali 2027 (Part 2)