The Ramayana box office run for Part 1 has reportedly crossed Rs 221 crore worldwide by the end of Day 2, according to early trade estimates, putting Nitesh Tiwari’s mythological epic ahead of Adipurush’s opening tally from 2023. The film, led by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, opened on Dhanteras and is riding the Diwali weekend crowd into theatres across India and overseas.
Key Takeaways
- Ramayana Part 1 opened on Dhanteras (November 6, 2026) and trade trackers put its two-day worldwide total near Rs 221 crore.
- Early estimates suggest the film has already overtaken Adipurush’s much-discussed opening weekend numbers from June 2023.
- The cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Raavan, directed by Nitesh Tiwari.
- Official confirmation from the makers or a verified box office tracker is still awaited; current figures are trade estimates, not studio-confirmed numbers.
What Are the Day 2 Ramayana Box Office Numbers?
Trade portals tracking the Ramayana box office are citing a Day 1 collection somewhere in the Rs 95-105 crore range domestically, with a much larger overseas push driven by advance bookings in the US, UK, Gulf and Australia. Day 2 numbers, boosted by Dhanteras holiday footfall, reportedly added another strong chunk, taking the worldwide gross to around Rs 221 crore by close of Day 2.
None of these figures have been officially confirmed by the producers or by Prime Focus, the studio backing the film. As is usual with big mythological releases, early estimates tend to get revised once actual ticket counts and GST-adjusted figures are reconciled over the following days.
| Day | Domestic (est.) | Overseas (est.) | Worldwide (est.) |
| Day 1 (Nov 6) | Rs 95-105 crore | Rs 40-50 crore | Rs 135-150 crore |
| Day 2 (Nov 7) | Rs 45-55 crore | Rs 20-25 crore | Rs 70-80 crore |
| Two-day total | — | — | ~Rs 221 crore |
Why the Gap Between Day 1 and Day 2?
A dip on Day 2 is fairly normal after a festival-opening Day 1. Dhanteras drew families out for shopping and early shows, while Day 2 is usually a working day in several states, which trims afternoon shows. The real test, trade watchers say, will be the Diwali-day numbers on November 8, when a fresh holiday spike is expected.
How Does This Compare With Adipurush’s Opening?
Adipurush, directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas, Kriti Sanon and Saif Ali Khan, opened in June 2023 with one of the biggest overseas pre-sales numbers an Indian mythological film had seen at the time. Its worldwide opening-day gross was widely reported in the Rs 200 crore-plus bracket, but the film faced heavy criticism over its dialogue and VFX, and collections fell sharply after the opening weekend.
| Metric | Adipurush (2023) | Ramayana Part 1 (2026, est.) |
| Opening day worldwide | ~Rs 200 crore (reported) | Rs 135-150 crore (est.) |
| Two-day worldwide | Not separately confirmed | ~Rs 221 crore (est.) |
| Critical reception | Largely negative | Mixed to positive (early reviews) |
If these early numbers hold up, Ramayana Part 1 may not match Adipurush’s single-day opening record, but its steadier two-day curve, without the sharp post-opening collapse Adipurush saw, is what trade analysts are flagging as the more meaningful comparison.
Why Is Ramayana Part 1 Such a Big Deal?
This is the first of a two-part retelling of the epic, with Part 2 expected around Diwali 2027. The film is backed by Prime Focus and Namit Malhotra, with DNEG handling a large chunk of the visual effects, and carries one of the highest budgets ever attempted for an Indian production. You can read more background on the source material and earlier screen adaptations on Wikipedia’s entry on Adipurush, which covers how the previous big-ticket Ramayana adaptation performed and was received.
Ranbir Kapoor playing Ram is a notable departure from his usual urban, flawed-hero roles, and that casting choice alone has driven a lot of curiosity. Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Raavan round out a cast that spans multiple film industries, which likely explains the unusually strong overseas pre-sales.
The India Angle: Festival-Season Releases
Releasing a big mythological drama on Dhanteras, right before Diwali, is a calculated bet. Historically, Hindi cinema’s biggest openers — from Pathaan to Jawan — have leaned on festival weekends to maximise family footfall. A mythological subject timed to Diwali adds an extra layer of cultural resonance that a regular commercial release wouldn’t get.
What Are Trade Experts Saying?
Several trade trackers have pointed out that word-of-mouth after Day 1 shows appears largely positive, particularly around the film’s visual scale and Yash’s portrayal of Raavan. That said, some early viewers on social media have flagged the runtime and pacing in the second half, a pattern common to large ensemble mythologicals. Whether this affects Day 3 and the crucial first-weekend total remains to be seen, and nothing here should be read as a verified trend until more shows report numbers.
Will Ramayana Part 1 Cross Rs 300 Crore This Week?
Given the Diwali holiday falling on Day 3, trade estimates suggest a realistic shot at crossing Rs 300 crore worldwide within the first four to five days, provided occupancy holds up through the extended festival weekend. A lot depends on how the film performs in the Hindi heartland circuits over the next 48 hours, since metro overseas numbers alone are unlikely to sustain this pace long-term.
FAQ
Q1. What is the Ramayana box office collection on Day 2?
Early trade estimates put the two-day worldwide total near Rs 221 crore, though this figure is not yet officially confirmed by the makers.
Q2. Has Ramayana Part 1 beaten Adipurush?
By early two-day estimates, yes, in cumulative terms. Adipurush’s single opening day was reportedly higher, but its collections dropped sharply afterward, unlike the steadier curve Ramayana Part 1 is showing so far.
Q3. Who plays Ram and Raavan in Ramayana Part 1?
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi plays Sita, and Yash plays Raavan, under director Nitesh Tiwari.
Q4. When does Part 2 of Ramayana release?
Reports indicate Part 2 is targeted for the Diwali 2027 window, though an official date has not been announced.
Q5. Is the Rs 221 crore figure official?
No. It is based on trade estimates circulating from box office trackers. Official, audited numbers typically take a few days to be confirmed.
The numbers will firm up once Diwali-day collections and the first full weekend are tallied. For now, the Ramayana box office story is one of a strong, steady start rather than a single explosive day — and whether it holds through the festival weekend will decide how this opening is remembered.