Nitesh Tiwari’s highly anticipated mythological epic Ramayana: Part One has officially crossed the coveted Rs 1,000-crore mark worldwide within just eight days of its theatrical release, surpassing the eight-day haul of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge and cementing its status as a monumental box office phenomenon. Released in theaters on November 5, the film has grossed an extraordinary Rs 1,033.55 crore globally, while its domestic nett collection has soared past Rs 675 crore, according to data from industry tracker Sacnilk. This stellar performance places Ramayana: Part One among an elite group of Indian cinematic milestones alongside blockbuster titles like Pushpa 2, Baahubali 2, RRR, KGF: Chapter 2, Jawan, Pathaan, Dangal, and Kalki 2898 AD, making it one of the fastest films to achieve the Rs 1,000-crore milestone. The film’s box office trajectory has been nothing short of phenomenal since its opening. According to Sacnilk, the movie debuted with a massive Rs 64.85 crore nett in India on Thursday, experienced a slight dip to Rs 48.05 crore nett on Friday, and then surged past its opening-day figures with Rs 69.80 crore nett on Saturday and Rs 56.15 crore nett on Sunday. Monday marked its biggest single-day haul, witnessing a staggering 91.5 percent jump to record Rs 107.50 crore nett, followed by strong weekday holds of Rs 94.10 crore on Tuesday and Rs 70.65 crore on Wednesday. Produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash, Ramayana: Part One features a star-studded ensemble cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, alongside prominent actors such as Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Rakul Preet Singh, Kajal Aggarwal, Vivek Oberoi, Anupam Kher, and Sunny Deol. Adding to its global appeal, the cinematic spectacle boasts breathtaking musical scoring crafted jointly by Oscar winners Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. As the first installment of an ambitious two-part franchise—with the second part already slated for a Diwali 2028 release—Ramayana: Part One continues to rewrite box office records, captivating audiences worldwide with its grand scale, stellar performances, and record-breaking financial success.
