The awaited trailer of: Nitesh Tiwariof Ramayana. Part 1′ became a victim of piracy even before its official digital launch. A 1-minute-28-second clip, reportedly recorded during an exclusive Pratham Sankalp event in New Delhi, surfaced on social media platforms within hours of the screening. In response, producer Namit Malhotra and the film’s legal team began an extensive anti-piracy operation to retrieve the leaked footage and identify its source. With the official trailer set to release on July 24, the makers have urged fans to avoid unauthorized clips and experience the visuals as intended.
Leaked ‘Ramayana’ Part 1 trailer prompts anti-piracy action
The exclusive preview of Ramayana. Part 1 is intended only for the invited guests who attended the Pratham Sankalp event in New Delhi. However, shortly after the screening, a phone-recorded clip of approximately 1 minute and 28 seconds began circulating online.According to a report by Mid Day, the trouble started almost immediately after the screening, when a roughly 88-second clip from the trailer started making the rounds on social media. According to sources, the footage appears to have been recorded on the phone of an attendee during the event, capturing the sequence of Rama’s entry along with the moment he agreed to honor his father’s promise to Kaikeyi.Producer Namit Malhotra and director Nitesh Tiwari have since activated their anti-piracy partners and legal teams to identify and remove the unauthorized uploads. A source close to the production said the removal effort had begun since Saturday night, with the clip successfully removed from Reddit on Sunday morning, although scrubbing it from X (formerly Twitter) proved more difficult.
Yash: ruled the stage in Hindi
Beyond the fear of piracy, the preview of Pratham Sankalp has given its share of amazing moments. Yash, who plays the antagonist Lankesh (Raavan) in the film, impressed the Delhi audience by speaking to them in perfectly fluent, commanding Hindi. The actor talked about the scope of the project, framing Ramayana as a film made to introduce Indian history and mythology to a global audience rather than a purely domestic release.
Sai Pallavi to prepare to play Sita
Sai Pallavi shared one of the most emotional moments of the night while talking about preparing for the role of Goddess Sita. The actress revealed that she spends months practicing daily meditation, believing it is necessary to achieve the quiet calm, compassion and grace required for portraying one of the most revered characters in Indian mythology.The ‘Ek Din’ actress shared, “It’s not easy for actors to get roles like this. Because it’s not easy to play a Goddess. You have to have a team that puts their heart and soul into making it the best version. I don’t think I chose to play Sita maa. I am blessed to play this role. It’s not something you can follow and it’s not something you can write and say, it’s what I want to play. I sit and meditate and say, Sita maa, you act through me. Whatever comes through me is what you want for the film.”
Ranbir Kapoor apologizes for his conjunctivitis and odes to: Arun Govil
Ranbir Kapoor, who plays Lord Rama, appeared despite dealing with a severe case of conjunctivitis, wearing tinted glasses to protect his eyes throughout the night. The actor took a moment on the mic to apologize to guests for his appearance, joking that he didn’t want his eye infection to take the focus away from the footage they were going to see.Kapoor joked, “You chashma pehenne ke liye main aap sab se kshama chahta hoon. Kya hai ki meri aankhon mein infection ho gaya hai. Aaj is shubh avsar par aap sab ke liye sirf affection hai, isliye please don’t mind.” (My apologies to everyone who wears these dark sunglasses. The reason is that I have an eye infection. On this auspicious occasion, my only love is to all of you, so please don’t worry.)Kapoor also spoke of the honor and responsibility of portraying Lord Rama, describing the film as one of the most important projects of his career.Talking about taking on the big role of Lord Rama, he reflected that it really felt as if he was chosen for the character rather than the other way around. Turning directly to veteran actor Arun Govil, who famously played Lord Rama in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic 1987 television series, he paid tribute to how Govil embodied the face of the god for generations.Kapoor expressed his great respect, saying, “You have fulfilled this responsibility with beauty, sincerity and dignity over the years. Anyone who has watched Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan is very inspired by you. If I can describe Shri Ram even a little as you have done, I will feel that my hard work has paid off. Bachpan se sir Bhagwan Shri Ram ka aashirwad, unki seekh aur aapka chehra apne dil mein rakh kar bada hua hoon (Since childhood, we seek the blessings of Lord Rama, his teachings and keep your face in our heart). We love you as yourself, and thank you for everything!”The most moving highlight of the evening happened when Ranbir Kapoor took the stage and warmly greeted poet Kumar Vishwas and actor. Sunny Deolwho drop to touch their feet as a traditional mark of respect. His humble gesture was received with great affection by the two veterans and immediately caught the attention of the online, with fans praising the Bollywood star for his respectful and strong character.
When will the official trailer of ‘Ramayana’ Part 1 be released?
With the official trailer set to be released digitally on July 24, 2026, the makers are encouraging fans to report any leaked links they find and go ahead for the full, high-definition cinematic experience rather than relying on unauthorized clips.