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Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana Prepares Massive World-Building Sets in Mumbai

August 23, 2026
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Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana Prepares Massive World-Building Sets in Mumbai

Epic Mythological Adaptation Constructs Massive Film Sets

Director Nitesh Tiwari (Dangal) and DNEG CEO Namit Malhotra are building massive physical environments in Film City, Mumbai, for their three-part cinematic adaptation of Ramayana.

Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Rocking Star Yash as Ravana, the production combines physical architecture with cutting-edge visual effects.


Production & Casting Highlights

  1. Set Construction: Recreating ancient Ayodhya and Lanka across twelve sprawling studio soundstages.
  2. VFX Partnership: DNEG, the Oscar-winning visual effects house, is overseeing pre-visualization and digital world-building.
  3. Physical Prep: Ranbir Kapoor completed extensive archery, vocal training, and weight management programs for the role.

Key Star Cast Overview

Role Performer Industry
Lord Ram Ranbir Kapoor Bollywood
Sita Sai Pallavi Telugu / Tamil / Malayalam
Ravana Yash Kannada (KGF Franchise)
Hanuman Sunny Deol Bollywood

Release Strategy

Producers plan to release Part One during Diwali 2026, followed by Part Two during Diwali 2027, marking one of the most ambitious Indian film franchise rollouts.