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Early Reviews of Ramayana Praise Its Scale, Highlight Yash as Ravana
The mythological epic Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend premiered in Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 27, and drew early reactions from viewers.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana.
Many viewers praised its grand visuals and epic scale, as well as its action and performances.
Yash’s Ravana was a major highlight in several reactions, while Kapoor and Pallavi were also described as solid in their roles.
Some viewers, however, said the story felt flat in places and criticized the music and some visual effects.
The early response is positive but mixed, with some viewers saying the film did not meet its high expectations; one reviewer said a full review and rating would come later.
Early reviews after the Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend praised its scale, visuals and performances.
Yash’s portrayal of Ravana emerged as a major highlight for viewers.
Some reviewers also criticized the film’s pacing, music and use of spectacle.
The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.
- Who
- The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.
- What
- Early reviews praised the film’s scale and visuals, while some also criticized its pacing and music.
- When
- The premiere took place on October 27, 2026; reviews were reported on October 28.
- Where
- The premiere was in Los Angeles.
- Why
- Not stated.
Viewers praising the film
Venky Reviews
Overall impression
Viewers praising the film
Many viewers praised the film’s grand visuals, performances and scale.
Venky Reviews
Venky Reviews called it a mixed bag that fell short of expectations.
Yash’s performance
Viewers praising the film
Viewers highlighted Yash’s portrayal of Ravana as a major talking point.
Venky Reviews
Venky Reviews also called Yash the film’s biggest highlight.
Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend had its premiere in Los Angeles.
News18 reported positive early reactions and criticism from reviewers.
- Director
- Nitesh Tiwari
- Lead cast
- Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash
- Yash’s role
- Ravana
- Premiere location
- Los Angeles
- Premiere date
- October 27, 2026
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What people are saying
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!
There is nothing like Ramayana in the cinematic universe. I haven’t felt like this since the very first Lord Of the Rings movie came out. This movie is very grand and very epic.
The ambition and scale deserve a lot of applause.
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#Ramayana Initial Impressions: A hugely ambitious film mounted on a grand scale, and the effort behind it is clearly visible. The team largely stays true to the Ramayana, but the film leans more on spectacle and action than drama and emotion, leaving parts of the narration