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Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Sets Record with ₹375 Cr Promotion Budget

Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, sets a new record with a ₹375 crore promotional budget, led by Sony Pictures' global push.

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Dumtika Editorial

July 25, 2026 · 1 min read

Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Sets Record with ₹375 Cr Promotion Budget

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Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash in lead roles

Sony Pictures to spend ₹235 crore on international promotions

Total promotion budget reaches a record ₹375 crore

Music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer adds to the film's grandeur

Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming film "Ramayana" is making headlines for its extraordinary promotional strategy, with reports revealing a record-breaking budget dedicated solely to publicity. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film features Ranbir as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash taking on the role of Ravana, bringing together a star-studded cast for this ambitious two-part mythological saga.

Nitesh Tiwari, known for his critically acclaimed works, is steering "Ramayana" into uncharted territory, both in terms of scale and anticipation. The film's music is being composed by the acclaimed duo A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, further elevating expectations among audiences and industry observers alike.

According to recent reports, Sony Pictures has acquired the international distribution rights for "Ramayana" and is planning a massive worldwide release. What stands out is the sheer scale of the promotional budget: Sony Pictures is reportedly allocating ₹235 crore for international promotions alone, while the film's makers will add another ₹140 crore for publicity efforts. This brings the total promotion budget to an unprecedented ₹375 crore, a figure that sets a new benchmark in Indian cinema history.

The decision to invest such a staggering amount in global promotions reflects the makers' confidence in the film's universal appeal and their aim to reach audiences far beyond India. With this level of investment, "Ramayana" is poised to become one of the most talked-about releases, with its promotional campaign already generating significant buzz across the industry.