Namit Malhotra, filmmaker, producer, and Global CEO of DNEG—a leading name in visual effects, animation, and creative technology—has played a key role in shaping some of the most ambitious cinematic projects in recent years. As the Founder and Non-Executive Director of Prime Focus Limited and the creative force behind Prime Focus Studios, he has backed global hits like Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva and The Garfield Movie, both of which connected with audiences across the world.
Namit Malhotra on his most ambitious film yet: “There is no story greater than the Ramayana”
Now, Malhotra is turning his attention to what he describes as the most important project of his career: Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Set to release in two parts—Part 1 during Diwali 2026 and Part 2 in Diwali 2027—the film aims to bring the revered Indian epic to life on a scale never seen before.
The first official teaser, released on August 3, 2025, quickly captured widespread attention online, with both fans and industry insiders praising its visuals, emotional depth, and cultural authenticity. The teaser raised expectations significantly, with audiences now eagerly awaiting the full trailer and theatrical release.
Speaking about what drew him to Ramayana, Malhotra said: “We had experienced a good amount of success in our earlier projects. When the opportunity to create Ramayana came along, it felt like a chance to present the story in a way that it truly deserves. It’s something deeply revered in our country. The question was—how do we use creativity and modern technology to bring this story to life on the scale it demands? That vision has now become the biggest focus of my life.” He also explained how this version of Ramayana would differ from previous adaptations: “People have seen Ramayana on television, often in a format that feels more like a stage play. But no one has made a feature film on this scale before. We’ve never really witnessed the epic battles, the grandeur of the characters, or the dramatic moments in a cinematic way. We want to show all of that—with the kind of visuals and production quality that do justice to the story’s scale and meaning.”
Malhotra added: “There’s no story or character in the world greater than Ramayana. That idea became a personal challenge for me. Why hasn’t the world seen our story yet—not even we, ourselves, in its full visual form? I’m working with complete dedication to bring it to life in a way that people feel proud of—and so the audience can experience Ramayana in an entirely new way.”
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. With a high-profile cast, a powerful narrative, and state-of-the-art visuals, Ramayana is expected to be a major cinematic event, appealing to both Indian and global audiences. Produced by Prime Focus Studios in association with the eight-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is being developed as a two-part global release in IMAX, promising a visually rich and emotionally resonant experience rooted in one of India’s most enduring stories.
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