Actor Yash has asked audiences to approach the upcoming epic Ramayana with an open mind and not allow minor visual-effects concerns to overshadow the scale of the project. Speaking at a pre-release event in Hyderabad, Yash praised producer Namit Malhotra’s ambition and said the film represented an opportunity to take Indian storytelling to a wider global audience.
Yash, who plays Ravana and is also a producing partner on the film, said his conversations with Malhotra helped persuade him to join the project. He also praised director Nitesh Tiwari and the team’s commitment to bringing a well-known epic to the screen on a large scale.
A plea to focus on the larger vision
Visual effects have become a major point of discussion around big-budget Indian films, particularly when audiences compare trailers frame by frame online. Yash’s appeal was that viewers should consider the broader effort behind the production rather than focusing exclusively on individual shots or small technical imperfections.
His comments do not mean audiences should avoid criticism. Viewers routinely assess visual effects, storytelling, performances, music and pacing, and that feedback can be valuable for filmmakers. The actor’s message instead emphasised giving the finished film a fair viewing and recognising the risk involved in attempting a production of this scale.
Why Namit Malhotra is central to the conversation
Malhotra is known for his work in visual effects through DNEG, and the project has been positioned as an ambitious international-scale adaptation of the Ramayana. Yash argued that the industry should encourage people willing to invest in projects that aim to expand the reach of Indian cinema. Large productions require coordination across departments, long development cycles and substantial technical resources.
The reported combined budget for the two-part project has attracted attention, but the figure should be understood in the context of both instalments rather than automatically assigned to the first film alone. Production budgets and marketing costs can be described differently across reports, so official statements are the most reliable guide.
Cast and release expectations
The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and features Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The project has generated discussion around its scale, interpretation of the epic and use of visual effects. Its release is currently expected in November 2026, with November 5 reported for the first instalment; viewers should check official channels for final showtimes and regional release details.
With advance interest building, the film faces the challenge of balancing audience expectations with the responsibility of adapting a story familiar to generations of viewers. The performances, visual design, music and treatment of the source material will all shape the final response.
Yash’s message is ultimately a call for audiences to watch before making up their minds. Whether viewers agree with his appeal or not, the film’s reception will depend on how effectively its ambition translates into a compelling cinema experience.
