Ramayana Part 1 Set for Global ScreenX and 4DX Release Across 1,200 Theatres
The upcoming mythological epic Ramayana Part 1 is scheduled to reach international audiences through premium immersive cinematic formats following a global partnership between Prime Focus Studios and CJ 4DPLEX. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, will be presented across more than 1,200 SCREENX and 4DX auditoriums worldwide during its theatrical launch in Diwali 2026, marking a historic milestone as the first Indian film to debut in the SCREENX format.
What Happened
Prime Focus Studios founder and DNEG Global CEO Namit Malhotra announced the collaboration with CJ 4DPLEX to bring the two-part cinematic adaptation to immersive theatrical screens. According to Malhotra, the production was structured from the beginning as an international cinematic event. He stated that the partnership allows the production to present the story through innovative formats designed to match the scale and vision of the film, inviting viewers to interact with the narrative in a new way.
Executive leadership at CJ 4DPLEX emphasized that the film’s visual and thematic scope makes it suited for immersive presentation. Jun Bang, Chief Executive Officer of CJ 4DPLEX, noted that Ramayana: Part 1 fits the definition of an event-level spectacle engineered for the capabilities of both SCREENX and 4DX. Don Savant, Chief Business Officer of CJ 4DPLEX, highlighted the production’s combination of scale, dynamic action, and emotional depth as an ideal canvas for premium exhibition formats.
The technical deployment will utilize both formats differently:
- SCREENX: Projects selected film sequences across the side walls of the auditorium, producing a 270-degree panoramic viewing experience that extends beyond the standard cinema frame.
- 4DX: Provides a multisensory experience featuring motion-enabled seating paired with synchronized environmental effects, including wind, water, vibration, lighting, and scents.
Key Highlights
- Ramayana Part 1 will make history as the first Indian film to be released in SCREENX worldwide.
- The release will span over 1,200 SCREENX and 4DX screens across international territories.
- The feature stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Yash as Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as Sita, alongside Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey in pivotal roles.
- Production is spearheaded by Prime Focus Studios and Monster Mind Creations, under the direction of Nitesh Tiwari.
- Distribution duties are divided between Dharma Productions for North India and Sony Pictures International for global markets.
- Ramayana Part 1 is scheduled for release during Diwali 2026, while Ramayana Part 2 is currently in production for a planned Diwali 2027 launch.
Why This Matters
The collaboration comes amid rising demand for specialized theatrical experiences in India. Recent box-office milestones, such as Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day becoming the highest-grossing SCREENX title in the country, indicate growing viewer interest in presentation formats that offer more than standard screens. CJ 4DPLEX’s Don Savant pointed out that introducing the first Indian title to SCREENX marks an important development for domestic exhibitors and audiences by building on this theatrical momentum.
Furthermore, the wide multi-format release reflects the producers’ strategy to treat the production as a global theatrical release rather than a traditional domestic premiere, leveraging international distribution networks and specialized projection formats to reach diverse markets.
What to Watch Next
Audiences and industry stakeholders can anticipate the global premiere of Ramayana Part 1 in Diwali 2026 across standard, SCREENX, and 4DX screens. Meanwhile, filming and production work continue on Ramayana Part 2, which remains scheduled to conclude the two-part adaptation with a worldwide theatrical rollout during Diwali 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Ramayana Part 1 be released in theatres?
The film is officially slated for a worldwide theatrical release during Diwali 2026.
What is unique about the SCREENX format for this release?
Ramayana Part 1 is the first Indian film to debut in SCREENX, a technology that expands selected sequences onto the auditorium’s side walls to create a 270-degree panoramic field of view.
What does the 4DX presentation involve?
The 4DX presentation features motion-synchronized seats and environmental effects such as wind, scents, water, lighting, and vibrations coordinated with specific scenes in the movie.
Who is directing and starring in Ramayana Part 1?
The movie is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and features Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Yash as Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as Sita, with Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey in pivotal roles.
Source: Bollywood Hungama report detailing official statements from Prime Focus Studios and CJ 4DPLEX executives.