The countdown for Ramayana has officially begun. Just days after the film’s trailer received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), exciting new details about its grand global launch have emerged. The much-awaited trailer will make its debut at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, marking a historic milestone for an Indian film at one of the world’s biggest pop culture events.
Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash in the lead roles, the mythological epic is set to become one of the biggest attractions at this year’s convention.
Ramayana To Make History At San Diego Comic-Con
According to the official San Diego Comic-Con schedule, the Ramayana panel will take place on July 23 from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM PDT, which translates to 3:45 AM to 4:45 AM IST on July 24.
Producer Namit Malhotra, director Nitesh Tiwari, Ranbir Kapoor, and Yash will attend the event to unveil the film’s first trailer before a global audience.
The official event description refers to Ranbir Kapoor and Yash as “international superstars”, highlighting the growing worldwide anticipation surrounding the film.
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Massive Ballroom 20 To Host Ramayana Event
One of the biggest highlights is the venue itself.
The Ramayana panel will be held inside Ballroom 20, the second-largest presentation hall at the San Diego Convention Center.
The venue can accommodate nearly 4,800 attendees, making it one of the convention’s most prestigious stages for major studio presentations.
The choice of Ballroom 20 underlines the scale at which the makers are positioning the film internationally.
Never-Before-Seen Footage, Live Performances And Exclusive Reveals
The official Comic-Con listing confirms that attendees can expect much more than a standard trailer launch.
The Ramayana presentation will feature:
- Never-before-seen footage from the film
- Exclusive reveals
- Live performances
- Special giveaways for attendees
The event is expected to offer fans an immersive introduction to the ambitious mythological universe created by the makers.
Trailer Already Cleared By CBFC
Ahead of the global launch, the CBFC cleared the 4-minute and 15-second Ramayana trailer on July 15, granting it a ‘U’ (Universal) certificate.
The lengthy runtime suggests audiences can expect an expansive first look at the film’s world, characters, and large-scale visual spectacle.
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Comic-Con 2026 Packed With Major Hollywood Announcements
Ramayana will share the spotlight with several high-profile Hollywood presentations at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con.
Among the biggest attractions:
- Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige is expected to unveil future MCU plans, with Avengers: Doomsday widely rumored to receive its first trailer.
- Stan Lee: The Final Chapter, a documentary on the legendary Marvel creator, will premiere during the convention.
- Independent studio A24 will present Onslaught, director Adam Wingard’s upcoming sci-fi action film, featuring exclusive footage and appearances by the cast.
With Ramayana joining this global lineup, the film is set to become one of the few Indian productions to receive such a prominent international platform.
About Ramayana
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana.
The film also features Sai Pallavi in the role of Sita and is being mounted as one of the most ambitious Indian cinematic projects ever produced.
