The Biggest Indian Film in Cinema History Has Arrived

Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is trending in Malaysian cinemas one week after its release on 5 November 2026. The first chapter of director Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part epic has continued to draw strong crowds across Klang Valley and other states, with many screenings, especially in IMAX and premium large formats, becoming a popular choice for families and moviegoers during the Deepavali season.

The film, presented by Namit Malhotra and released in Malaysia by Sony Pictures Malaysia, is showing in Tamil, Hindi and English at major chains such as TGV, GSC and MBO. Its local launch was marked with a Celebration of Lights, Colours and Sound event at TGV Suria KLCC, setting the tone for its position as one of the biggest festive releases of the year.

Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, with music by A R Rahman and Hans Zimmer and visual effects by DNEG, the film has received praise from Malaysian audiences for its scale, visuals and storytelling. Social media reaction has been largely positive, with many viewers calling it an epic cinema experience and noting its appeal across different communities in Malaysia.

Its box office performance has also added to the buzz, with reports of a massive global opening and rapid growth in its first week. Many fans are already looking ahead to the planned sequel, keeping the conversation around the film alive online and in cinemas.

The main point of disappointment among local fans has been the limited availability of the Tamil version in IMAX, with many asking for more Tamil IMAX screenings. Despite that, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend remains one of the most talked-about releases in Malaysian cinemas this month.

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