Ranbir Kapoor Ramayana Teaser: Runtime and ‘U’ Rating Confirmed

New Delhi, March 31, 2026: The buzz surrounding Nitesh Tiwari’s magnum opus, Ramayana, has reached a fever pitch. Ahead of its highly anticipated global premiere on April 2, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, the film’s official teaser—titled ‘Rama’—has cleared a major regulatory hurdle.

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has officially granted the teaser a ‘U’ (Universal) rating, signaling that the first look at this mythological epic is designed for audiences of all generations.

Teaser Details: Runtime and Certification

Fans eager to see Ranbir Kapoor’s transformation into Lord Ram won’t have to settle for a mere “glimpse.” According to the certification reports, the ‘Rama’ teaser boasts a substantial runtime of 2 minutes and 38 seconds (158 seconds).

The ‘U’ certificate confirms that the content is suitable for unrestricted public exhibition, ensuring that families can experience the cinematic scale of the Ramayana together. This classification is a strategic move for a film that aims to be a definitive cultural landmark for the Indian diaspora and global audiences alike.

A Glimpse of Grandeur: What to Expect

The teaser comes on the heels of an exclusive preview held at an IMAX theater in Los Angeles, where Ranbir Kapoor, director Nitesh Tiwari, and producer Namit Malhotra showcased the visuals to a select international audience. Early reactions from the LA screening suggest a visual spectacle unlike anything seen in Indian cinema.+1

Key highlights expected in the April 2 release include:

• Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram: A transformative look that emphasizes serenity, righteousness, and the “human spirit.”
• The Scale: Massive VFX-driven landscapes and practical sets that bring the Treta Yuga to life.
• Musical Mastery: A collaborative score by Academy Award winner Hans Zimmer and the legendary A.R. Rahman.
• Ensemble Cast: While the focus is on ‘Rama,’ the teaser is rumored to feature fleeting glimpses of Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and a brief, intense look at Yash as Ravana.

The Road to Diwali 2026

Produced by Namit Malhotra (DNEG), Ramayana is being positioned as one of the most expensive and ambitious projects in Indian film history. The makers have adopted a “reverence-first” approach, ensuring the adaptation stays true to the spirit of the ancient epic while utilizing cutting-edge global technology.+1

The film is planned as a two-part saga:

1. Ramayana: Part 1 – Slated for a Diwali 2026 release.
2. Ramayana: Part 2 – Expected to arrive in Diwali 2027.

As the countdown to April 2 begins, the digital world is bracing for what many believe will be a record-breaking debut for the ‘Rama’ teaser. For a story that has shaped the conscience of billions, this “first step” marks the beginning of a new era in mythological storytelling.