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Ramayana: Part 1 releases in cinemas on 5 November 2026. Advance bookings are open.

Indra

King of the gods

Traditional painting of Indra
Traditional depiction, not from the film. Indra (c. 1820). Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain · Source
Also known as
Devendra
Kingdom
Svarga
Group
Gods and Divine Beings
Played by
Kunal Kapoor
Movie part
Both Parts
Verified by multiple reports

In Valmiki's Ramayana

Indra is the king of the devas. In the epic tradition Ravana and his son Meghanada defeat Indra, which is how Meghanada earns the name Indrajit.

Importance in the narrative

Indra appears in the film's international trailer.

Ramayana (2026)

Portrayal in the film

Kunal Kapoor appears as Indra in the international trailer released on 15 October 2026.

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