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The trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, released on July 30, features blink-and-miss appearances by several supporting actors alongside leads Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash.

Vivek Oberoi plays Vidyutjihva, the demon prince and husband of Shurpanakha, whose story is tied to Ravana's family.

Faisal Malik, known for Panchayat, plays Kumbhakarna, Ravana's giant brother, with heavy prosthetics and VFX.

Saurabh Sachdeva portrays Maricha, who transforms into a golden deer to lure Rama and Lakshmana away from Sita.

Veteran actress Shobana essays Kaikasi, Ravana's mother, also known as Nikasha.

Director Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' trailer was released at 4:15 AM on July 30 during Brahma Muhurtam.

Ranbir Kapoor plays Shri Ram, Yash plays Raavan, and Sai Pallavi plays Sita; Yash also co-produces.

The 4-minute 10-second trailer introduces Raavan first, showing him as a powerful 'roaring demon king'.

Background music is by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer; Sony Pictures holds worldwide distribution.

'Ramayana: Part-1' is set for a Diwali release on November 5, 2026.

Ramayana trailer released, praised by celebrities including Bhumi Pednekar and Zoya Akhtar.

First part of Ramayana set for worldwide release on November 8 during Diwali.

Second chapter of Ramayana scheduled to arrive in 2027.

Trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana features Rama and Sita but not Hanuman.

Fans on social media speculate Hanuman's look is being kept secret or saved for a sequel.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi.

No official confirmation on Hanuman's role or appearance in the film.

Producer Namit Malhotra compared the vision for Ramayana's ₹4,000 crore budget to that of Avatar and Gladiator.

Director Nitesh Tiwari said the film will focus on emotions and struggles of its characters.

The film's budget is one of the highest for an Indian movie.