Ramayana sparks global blockbuster talk at CinemaCon: Exhibitor weighs in
Global exhibitor John Fithian expressed that Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana could become India's first global blockbuster. Early footage screened at CinemaCon 2026 has sparked strong worldwide buzz.
The much-awaited upcoming film Ramayana is generating significant global interest. Exhibitors are predicting that it could become India's first worldwide blockbuster. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and headlined by actor Ranbir Kapoor, promises to deliver a visual spectacle with state-of-the-art VFX and sound design.
John Fithian, founding partner of The Fithian Group LLC, expressed confidence in the film's potential on social media. He remarked that Ramayana might be the first Indian film to achieve global blockbuster status.
Insights from CinemaCon 2026
Fithian shared that during CinemaCon 2026, major theatrical exhibition companies from around the world attended private screenings of the movie's clips, featuring advanced technologies and special effects.
"Having witnessed those conversations, I can now predict that Ramayana (in two parts) will become the first Indian global theatrical blockbuster ever," he wrote in a LinkedIn post.
Industry buzz around magnum opus
A YouTube creator from the channel Mr Like It Or Not recently described the visuals as both grand and immersive, combining mythological storytelling with fantasy elements. The creator speculated that the film could have a successful run at international awards, including the Oscars, and hinted at Warner Bros. potentially handling its global distribution.
"I am pretty sure they are going to push for some Academy Awards in a bunch of different categories, especially a nomination for the International Feature Film. It's going to fit that particular style," he said.
More about Ramayana
Ramayana is mounted on a reported budget of around Rs 4,000 crore. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
Planned as a two-part saga, the film is scheduled to release during Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
The much-awaited upcoming film Ramayana is generating significant global interest. Exhibitors are predicting that it could become India's first worldwide blockbuster. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and headlined by actor Ranbir Kapoor, promises to deliver a visual spectacle with state-of-the-art VFX and sound design.
John Fithian, founding partner of The Fithian Group LLC, expressed confidence in the film's potential on social media. He remarked that Ramayana might be the first Indian film to achieve global blockbuster status.
Insights from CinemaCon 2026
Fithian shared that during CinemaCon 2026, major theatrical exhibition companies from around the world attended private screenings of the movie's clips, featuring advanced technologies and special effects.
"Having witnessed those conversations, I can now predict that Ramayana (in two parts) will become the first Indian global theatrical blockbuster ever," he wrote in a LinkedIn post.
Industry buzz around magnum opus
A YouTube creator from the channel Mr Like It Or Not recently described the visuals as both grand and immersive, combining mythological storytelling with fantasy elements. The creator speculated that the film could have a successful run at international awards, including the Oscars, and hinted at Warner Bros. potentially handling its global distribution.
"I am pretty sure they are going to push for some Academy Awards in a bunch of different categories, especially a nomination for the International Feature Film. It's going to fit that particular style," he said.
More about Ramayana
Ramayana is mounted on a reported budget of around Rs 4,000 crore. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, alongside Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
Planned as a two-part saga, the film is scheduled to release during Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.
