Ramayana’s new trailer: what the English and Hindi versions show
The second trailer introduces Indra and Jatayu, and frames Rama differently for global and Indian audiences.
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Announcement date: 15 October 2026
A new trailer for Ramayana: Part 1 was unveiled on 15 October 2026 at an event in Bengaluru attended by the cast, and released online in English and Hindi.
Two framings of Rama
In the English version, released by Sony Pictures Entertainment, Rama is described as “not a God but a man chosen by destiny” to defeat Ravana. The Hindi version adds dialogue about Rama’s divine identity and expands on Ravana’s ambition to control the three realms.
New characters
The trailer introduces Kunal Kapoor as Indra and features Anupam Kher’s voice as Jatayu, along with a Jatayu fight sequence and Ravana worshipping Shiva.
In 3D
A 3D version of the trailer was cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification on 15 October and was reported to play in cinemas ahead of release.
Watch every official video on our trailers page.
Last updated: 16 October 2026