Early viewer reactions to Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, were largely positive, praising visuals, performances and emotional moments. Some viewers criticised the musical score, second-half pacing and cartoonish-looking asuras. The second part is scheduled for Diwali 2028.

Early viewer reactions to Ramayana were largely positive, praising its visuals, performances and emotional moments, but not entirely positive. Some viewers criticised the film's musical score, second-half pacing and cartoonish-looking asuras.

Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra. Its visual effects are by DNEG, described as an Academy Award-winning visual effects company.

One review praises Yash's performance as Ravana, saying he steals the show, and also praises Ranbir Kapoor's performance as Rama. The review also says the background score by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer is a major highlight.

The second part is scheduled to release during Diwali 2028.