The Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana felt less like a red‑carpet affair and more like a myth‑laden roast – the crowd was ready for a joke, and Namit Malhotra delivered. When a reporter nudged him on a potential Mahabharata partnership with SS Rajamouli, he chuckled and said, “He’s a legendary director. I wish him lots of success.”
Rajamouli himself had already thrown his hat into the ring, praising Ramayana’s scale and ambition in a recent interview. Malhotra fired back on Twitter, writing, “Garu thank you so much for your words of encouragement. Like you, we are also doing our best to put our cinema on the world stage.” The exchange felt like a friendly sparring match between two titans.
Rumours of a Mahabharata collaboration are still just that – rumours. Malhotra didn’t confirm or deny anything, instead reminding fans that “It’s time for all of our Indian cinema to succeed.” That shrug suggests he’s keeping his cards close, likely waiting for the right moment.
Meanwhile, Ramayana isn’t just a big name; it’s a star‑studded juggernaut. Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash headline a cast that’s already turning heads. The film hits screens worldwide on November 5, 2026, with a sequel slated for Diwali 2027.
So what’s next for the audience? Keep an eye on the press releases. If Malhotra’s hint about a Mahabharata collaboration is more than a playful tease, we might see a new epic on the horizon. Until then, brace yourself for Ramayana’s mythic spectacle on the big screen.