Nitesh Tiwari's cinematic adaptation of 'Ramayana' has taken the box office by storm ever since arriving in theaters. Within just two days of its theatrical run, the movie crossed the monumental milestone of 155 crore rupees in worldwide earnings, managing this feat right in the middle of the Diwali festive period. The multi-starrer features prominent names like Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash in leading capacities. Actor Vivek Oberoi, who essays the character of Vidyutjivha in the epic saga, took to social media to share his thoughts, express deep gratitude, and hail the entire cinematic venture as a grand Mahayagna dedicated to Indian culture.
Vivek Oberoi Calls Ramayana a Mahayagna for Indian Culture
Sharing an extensive note on Instagram, Vivek Oberoi poured his heart out regarding the massive scale of the project and the creative minds behind it. Describing 'Ramayana' as a spiritual and cultural Mahayagna, the actor stated that he feels immensely fortunate to be associated with a project that celebrates India's profound civilizational heritage. He also extended his heartfelt thanks to producer Namit Malhotra for giving him the opportunity to be part of this divine journey and for envisioning Lord Rama's timeless story on such a colossal global scale.
Reflecting on Vidyutjivha and Comparing Cinematic Worlds
Calling his portrayal of Vidyutjivha a humble offering to this grand Mahayagna, Vivek emphasized that 'Ramayana' transcends the definition of a mere movie to become the core value system of Indian culture. Drawing a comparison, he noted that while worlds created in films like James Cameron's 'Avatar' stem purely from imagination, the world of Lord Rama represents our actual history, civilization, and ultimate truth. He highlighted that this release marks a monumental milestone for the Indian film industry.
Praising the Performances of Yash and Ranbir Kapoor
Vivek did not hold back in appreciating his co-stars, dedicating special praise to Yash and Ranbir Kapoor. Addressing Yash, he traced an incredible journey from his previous blockbusters to his fierce avatar as Ravana, applauding the sheer magnificence and intimidating screen presence the actor brought to the role, particularly mentioning a striking 10-headed scene. Turning his attention to Ranbir Kapoor, Vivek admitted that while audiences had initial curiosities about how he would approach the pious character of Lord Rama, seeing him on screen felt like witnessing divinity itself, noting how a specific emotional sequence involving Dashrath's demise brought tears to his eyes.
Appreciating Sai Pallavi as Mata Sita
The actor also showered praise on Sai Pallavi for her graceful depiction of Mata Sita, noting that her innate innocence, purity, and quiet dignity radiated beautifully through her performance. He specifically highlighted her agility during intense battle sequences, describing her remarkable portrayal as that of a true warrior princess.
Box Office Numbers and Release Details of Ramayana
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, 'Ramayana' stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Planned as a two-part epic cinematic journey, the first installment hit the silver screen on November 5, 2026, while the second part is scheduled for a Diwali 2028 release. As of November 6 at 7 PM, 'Ramayana' registered a domestic collection of 30.10 crore rupees on that single day, bringing its domestic total to 94.95 crore rupees while comfortably pushing its worldwide gross beyond the 155 crore mark.
