The global journey of Ramayana continues to gather momentum. Prime Focus took to its official social media handle to announce a major milestone for the highly anticipated epic, revealing that Sony Pictures and Dharma Productions have officially joined the film's theatrical distribution journey. Sharing the exciting update, the studio wrote, "Congratulations to our teams across @PF__Studios and @dneg as #Ramayana welcomes @SonyPictures and @DharmaMovies to its theatrical journey. One more step towards audiences around the world. Ramayana's Journey to the World Continues." The announcement marks another significant chapter for the ambitious cinematic adaptation, bringing the film one step closer to audiences across the globe.
Prime Focus Studios confirmed that Sony Pictures will serve as the global distributor for Ramayana outside India, while Dharma Productions will oversee the film's distribution across North India's Hindi-speaking markets. Together, these partnerships strengthen the film's worldwide theatrical rollout, reflecting the makers' ambition to present one of the world's oldest and most enduring epics on an unprecedented global scale. The collaboration is expected to significantly expand the film's international reach while ensuring a strong presence in the domestic market.
Produced by Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG and Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana represents one of the most ambitious projects undertaken by the Prime Focus Group. Combining world-class filmmaking, Academy Award-winning visual effects expertise, and cutting-edge technology, the film aims to reimagine the timeless Indian epic for a new generation of moviegoers. The production has consistently emphasized its vision of creating a cinematic experience that transcends borders while remaining faithful to the emotional and cultural essence of the legendary tale.
Speaking about the collaboration with Sony Pictures, Namit Malhotra, Founder and CEO of DNEG, Producer, said, "For generations, the Ramayana has inspired people through its timeless humanity and enduring values. Our ambition has always been to honor that legacy while creating a cinematic experience worthy of audiences everywhere. Through DNEG, we have spent decades helping filmmakers realize some of the world's most ambitious cinematic visions. With Prime Focus Studios, we are now bringing that same commitment to storytelling to one of the world's greatest epics. Collaborating with Sony Pictures gives Ramayana an extraordinary opportunity to connect with international audiences and introduce this timeless story to moviegoers around the world."
Speaking about Dharma Productions joining the project, Namit Malhotra added, "With Dharma Productions joining us for the North India distribution of Ramayana: Part One, we have a partner that shares this vision. Karan, Apoorva, and the Dharma team bring exceptional expertise across the Hindi-speaking markets, and together, we look forward to bringing this epic to audiences on the grandest possible scale." His remarks underline the filmmakers' long-term vision of combining world-class production values with strong distribution partnerships to ensure the film reaches audiences in every corner of the world.
As anticipation continues to soar, every new announcement surrounding Ramayana reinforces its position as one of Indian cinema's most ambitious upcoming spectacles. With Sony Pictures handling international distribution and Dharma Productions leading the Hindi-speaking markets, the film is steadily building a global platform worthy of its legendary source material. As Prime Focus aptly described it, the journey of Ramayana is moving "one more step towards audiences around the world," bringing the timeless epic closer to a truly worldwide theatrical experience.