Ramayana’s second trailer out:Improved VFX, Ram and Ravana war scenes; screening to be done at Rashtrapati Bhavan

The second trailer of Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Ramayana has been released. Running for 2 minutes and 36 seconds, the trailer features improved visual effects (VFX) and costumes compared with the first trailer. The trailer was unveiled in Bengaluru, actor Yash’s hometown, on Thursday, 15 October. Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, director Nitesh Tiwari, producer Namit Malhotra and other key members of the film’s team attended the launch event. The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on 5 November and will be released internationally under the title Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend. Here’s a glimpse of the second trailer … Ravan and Indra Clash Shown in TV Spot Earlier, Sony Pictures shared a new TV spot and promo on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. In the video, Kunal Kapoor is seen riding his elephant Airavata as Devaraj Indra. In the scene, Ravan (Yash) strikes Airavata, bringing him down to the ground, and says, “Every head will bow before me.” The promo features a dialogue by Lord Ram (Ranbir Kapoor), who says, “If I do not stop this, the world will be destroyed. This is only the beginning.” The video also sets out the backdrop of the war between good and evil. Namit Malhotra’s emotional post ahead of the launch Film-maker Namit Malhotra shared a note on X, which was also signed by director Nitesh Tiwari and Yash. Namit wrote that when he began making ‘Ramayana’, his dream was to take this great Indian epic to every corner of the world. He said audiences worldwide would see the story on such a large scale for the first time through Sony Pictures’ global campaign. Calling it a proud moment for the country, he wrote, “Our truth, our history, from India to the world, Jai Shri Ram.” Special screening preparations at Rashtrapati Bhavan According to a report by Mid-Day, the makers are seeking permission to organise a special screening of ‘Ramayana’ for political figures and the country’s top leaders at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. If permission is granted, the screening will be held around the film’s global release on 5 November. Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi and the film’s director, Nitesh Tiwari, may attend. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, while Yash takes on the role of Ravana Major Bollywood and South Indian cinema actors will appear together in the film ‘Ramayana’. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi portrays Mata Sita. South superstar Yash will appear as Ravana in the film. Sunny Deol plays Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey will be seen as Lakshman. Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi and Kunal Kapoor are also part of the film’s cast in key roles. India’s most expensive film, being made on a ₹4,000 crore budget Director Nitesh Tiwari, who has made blockbuster films such as ‘Dangal’, has been working on this project for several years. According to media reports, the total budget of the film, which is being made in two parts, is around ₹4,000 crore, making it the most expensive film in the history of Indian cinema. Oscar-winning company DNEG is handling the film’s visual effects (VFX). Shooting for the first part of the film has been completed. Oscar winners A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer composing the music The film’s music has also been a subject of discussion for some time. Two legendary musicians, A.R. Rahman and Oscar winner Hans Zimmer, are collaborating for the first time to create the background score and music for the film. The film is being produced under Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios and actor Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. This grand project is being made in two parts, with the first part scheduled for a theatrical release on 5 November, on the occasion of Diwali. Read this news too… ‘Ramayana’ producer Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus offices raided: Income tax searches linked to foreign remittances Income Tax Department officials have reportedly raided the Mumbai offices of Prime Focus Limited, the company owned by Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra. According to a CNBC-TV18 report, the action was taken in connection with alleged irregularities involving foreign remittances. Read the full story here…