The excitement around Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend continues to grow as the film prepares for its worldwide release. At the launch of the film's international trailer in Bengaluru on October 15, Ranbir Kapoor won over the audience by addressing fans in Kannada and thanking them for their love and blessings.
The first instalment of Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend is scheduled to release worldwide on November 5. The second part is planned for release during Diwali 2027.
Ranbir Kapoor Thanks Bengaluru Fans In Kannada
Ranbir began his speech with “Jai Shri Ram” before greeting the audience with “Namaskara Bengaluru”. He then thanked the crowd in Kannada for their love, kind words and blessings.
The actor also shared a light-hearted moment by mentioning his co-star Yash, who plays Ravana in the film. “Is baar itna hi seekh ke aaya hoon. Agli baar Yash Boss se thoda jyada seekh ke aaunga,” he said, joking that he would learn more Kannada from Yash before his next visit.
The moment drew cheers and applause from the audience, while fans on social media praised Ranbir for making an effort to connect with the Bengaluru crowd in their language. Several users also appreciated his friendly shout-out to Yash.
“Will it be an Internet breaking Video from today's event !!?” a user wrote.
“Ranbir Kapoor called @TheNameIsYash as #YashBOSS with love. His Kannada is beautiful,” another posted.
“My favourite actor speaking my language hits different! Ranbir Kapoor speaking Kannada = A moment to cherish forever! And He called Yash “Boss,” and won even more hearts!” the third user shared.
“Appreciation for #RanbirKapoor for giving his best to speak in Kannada,” a user wrote.
Ramayana's International Trailer Launched In Bengaluru
The October 15 event marked the launch of the international trailer for Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend. Ranbir shared the stage with co-stars Yash, Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey, along with director Nitesh Tiwari and composer AR Rahman.
Speaking at the event, the actor said that Ramayana was more than just a story, describing it as a part of India's culture, faith and legacy. He recalled feeling disbelief and self-doubt when he was offered the role of Lord Rama.
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“I don't think I deserved it, I had doubts, I was like would I be able to do it, would I be able to do justice to the faith, to the responsibility of millions of people who carry Lord Ram in their hearts,” he said.
The film, helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
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