Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's much-awaited film 'Ramayana' is generating tremendous excitement even before its theatrical release. Scheduled to hit cinemas on November 5, 2026, the ambitious project is already attracting attention in international markets, with advance bookings and pre-sales reportedly delivering impressive numbers.

The film recently held a grand premiere in Los Angeles, further increasing curiosity among overseas audiences. Its early ticket sales have caught the attention of trade analysts, who are now discussing whether 'Ramayana' could challenge the overseas opening records set by major Bollywood releases such as 'Jawan' and 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'.

'Ramayana' Earns Big Through Overseas Advance Bookings

According to preliminary trade figures, 'Ramayana' has reportedly generated around $2.85 million, approximately ₹27 crore, through overseas opening-weekend pre-sales.

A significant portion of this amount has come from opening-day bookings alone. The film has also reportedly collected $87,500 through Wednesday preview screenings in North America.

Markets such as the United States, Canada, Australia and several European countries are witnessing encouraging audience interest.

Trade experts believe that if the current momentum continues, the film could potentially achieve an overseas opening-weekend collection of more than $20 million.

These figures are based on early estimates and advance sales, so the actual box office performance will become clearer after the film's release.

Strong Expectations From the Indian Box Office

The excitement surrounding 'Ramayana' is not limited to international markets. The film is also attracting attention in India, where advance bookings are reportedly progressing well across major cinema chains.

According to the figures mentioned in early trade reports, more than 1.33 lakh tickets have already been sold for its opening day.

Ranbir Kapoor's popularity, combined with Yash's presence, has significantly raised expectations. The film's scale, subject and star cast are also contributing to the anticipation.

If the advance-booking momentum translates into strong theatre occupancy, 'Ramayana' could register an impressive opening at the domestic box office.

Can 'Ramayana' Beat 'Dhurandhar 2' and 'Jawan'?

One of the biggest talking points surrounding the film is whether its overseas pre-sales can surpass the records of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' and Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan'.

Comparisons with these two films offer an interesting picture.

According to the reported figures, 'Ramayana's' overseas pre-sales are approximately 25% lower than those of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'.

However, when the Middle Eastern market is excluded from the comparison, 'Ramayana' is reportedly around 80% ahead of 'Jawan' in pre-sales.

The comparison needs some context. 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' did not release in the Middle East, which affected its potential earnings from that region. On the other hand, 'Jawan' performed strongly there, reportedly collecting $7.10 million on its opening weekend.

Therefore, differences in market availability and release conditions make direct comparisons more complicated.

Why Is 'Ramayana' Generating So Much Excitement?

The film brings together two major stars, Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, in a large-scale cinematic adaptation of the epic Ramayana.

Its international premiere and reported advance-booking performance have helped build anticipation beyond India. The project is also expected to attract audiences interested in its visual scale, storytelling and interpretation of the epic.

However, strong pre-sales do not automatically guarantee record-breaking box office collections. Audience reactions, reviews, word of mouth and competition from other releases will play an important role.

The Final Box Office Test Begins on November 5

'Ramayana' has already generated considerable interest in overseas markets, and its reported advance-booking figures have placed it among the most closely watched upcoming Indian releases.

The next big question is whether the film can convert this early excitement into actual ticket sales and challenge the overseas records of 'Jawan' and 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'.

With its November 5 release approaching, all eyes are now on Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and the film's opening-weekend performance.