Mumbai: Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Ramayana: Rise of a Legend has crossed Rs 8 crore in advance booking collections ahead of its theatrical release on November 5, 2026. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the upcoming epic drama has generated early interest among moviegoers, with ticket sales continuing to grow across tracked cinemas.
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film’s advance gross collection reached Rs 8.27 crore, including blocked seats, as of 11.42 am on October 23. Excluding blocked seats, the advance collection stood at Rs 6.25 crore. The film had sold more than 1.47 lakh tickets across 3,964 tracked shows, according to the reported figures.
The advance sales have increased since the initial 24-hour booking window, when the film recorded a total gross of Rs 5.44 crore, including blocked seats. The corresponding collection excluding blocked seats was Rs 3.61 crore.
The figures suggest that ticket purchases have continued to build as the release date approaches. However, the film still has considerable ticket inventory available, and its eventual opening will depend on how bookings develop during the final days before release, as well as the number of screens and shows allocated by exhibitors.
Ramayana advance booking crosses Rs 8 crore
The film’s advance gross collection, including blocked seats, increased from Rs 5.44 crore during the first 24 hours to Rs 8.27 crore by October 23. Meanwhile, the collection excluding blocked seats rose from Rs 3.61 crore to Rs 6.25 crore.
Blocked-seat collections increased from Rs 1.83 crore to Rs 2.02 crore during the same period. Consequently, the share of blocked seats in the overall advance gross declined from approximately 34% to around 24%.
The reported figures indicate that a substantial portion of the additional revenue came from ticket bookings outside the blocked-seat category. This points to continued growth in confirmed advance purchases, although the figures remain an early indicator rather than a guarantee of the film’s opening-day performance.
The number of tracked shows also increased from 3,533 to 3,964, representing growth of around 12%. Total reported ticket bookings, including blocked seats, rose from 92,755 to more than 1.47 lakh.
Average ticket sales per tracked show increased from approximately 26 to 37 over the period. This suggests that bookings have grown faster than the number of tracked screenings, although sales can vary significantly between locations, cinema chains and screen formats.
Advance booking figures at a glance
The reported figures for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend show a steady increase in advance sales between the initial 24-hour period and October 23.
| Metric | First 24 hours | October 23, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Advance gross excluding blocked seats | Rs 3.61 crore | Rs 6.25 crore |
| Blocked-seat gross | Rs 1.83 crore | Rs 2.02 crore |
| Total advance gross | Rs 5.44 crore | Rs 8.27 crore |
| Tickets, including blocked seats | 92,755 | More than 1.47 lakh |
| Tracked shows | 3,533 | 3,964 |
| Average tickets per show | 26 | 37 |
The distinction between blocked and confirmed ticket inventory is important when assessing advance sales. Blocked seats may be reserved or withheld from general sale and do not necessarily represent completed audience purchases.
The growth in collections excluding blocked seats therefore provides an additional measure of advance-booking activity. Even so, the figures cover tracked bookings and screenings, and should not be treated as a complete nationwide count of every ticket sold.
Multiplex chains and premium formats draw early interest
Advance bookings have begun building across major cinema chains, including PVR INOX and Cinepolis. According to the report, sales crossed the 50,000-ticket mark across these multiplex chains by Thursday night.
Premium large-screen formats, including IMAX and 4DX, have reportedly attracted early interest. Bookings across standard multiplex screens are still developing as the release approaches.
The availability of screenings is another factor that could influence the film’s final advance sales. Exhibitors may add or adjust shows as demand becomes clearer and schedules are finalised across markets.
The report also points to earlier delays associated with a revenue-sharing dispute between distributors and cinema owners. Such disagreements can affect the timing of show listings and the availability of tickets, making early comparisons with other releases difficult.
As additional screenings become available, the film’s tracked show count could increase. Whether this translates into a substantial rise in collections will depend on audience demand and the pace at which the newly listed shows fill.
Can Ramayana achieve a strong opening day?
The film’s advance sales have prompted discussion about its potential opening-day collection. Trade estimates cited in the report suggest that crossing 3.5 lakh opening-day advance ticket sales across the three major national cinema chains would represent a strong pre-Diwali start, while five lakh tickets would be a higher target.
These are industry benchmarks rather than confirmed forecasts. The film’s current advance-booking figures remain below those levels, leaving room for growth as the release date approaches.
The final week before release is expected to be important. Broader show allocations and additional screenings could help bookings accelerate from around October 29, according to the report.
A Rs 70 crore India net opening has been discussed in trade circles as an ambitious target. A Rs 60 crore opening has also been identified as a possible benchmark for a substantial start. Neither figure is a confirmed outcome, and the film’s actual collection will depend on ticket sales, screen availability, audience response and other market conditions.
The November 5 release date falls on a Thursday, meaning the film will not have a full national holiday on its opening day. However, paid previews scheduled for November 4 could provide an additional opportunity to attract audiences before the nationwide release.
The festive period later in November may also influence the film’s theatrical run. Strong word of mouth and sustained demand could help it maintain collections beyond its opening day, but that will become clearer only after audiences begin watching the film.
Ramayana’s opening compared with major releases
The report cites Dhurandhar: The Revenge as a benchmark, noting that the film eventually recorded more than 9.50 lakh opening-day advance tickets across over 17,000 shows before its release.
By comparison, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend had 3,964 tracked shows as of October 23. The difference highlights the importance of screen availability when comparing advance bookings between films at different stages of their release campaigns.
The current figures should therefore be viewed in the context of the number of screenings available and the time remaining before release. A film with fewer listed shows may see its booking totals rise as exhibitors expand schedules, while the performance of individual screenings can provide a more detailed picture of demand.
At present, no tracked screening of Ramayana: Rise of a Legend has completely sold out, according to the report. This indicates that tickets remain available, although booking patterns may differ across cities and formats.
Cast, story and release details
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is the first instalment of a planned two-part cinematic adaptation based on the ancient Indian epic associated with Valmiki.
Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, while Sai Pallavi portrays Goddess Sita. Ravie Dubey appears as Lakshman, Yash plays Ravana and Sunny Deol portrays Lord Hanuman.
The film is co-produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The production is planned as a large-scale cinematic retelling of the epic, with a multilingual release intended to reach audiences across India.
The first instalment is scheduled to release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam on November 5, 2026. The second part is scheduled for release during Diwali 2027.
The film’s scale, cast and source material have made it a prominent upcoming release. Its advance bookings will be closely watched as the release date nears, particularly as exhibitors finalise screening schedules and more tickets become available.
Advance sales build ahead of November release
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend has recorded Rs 8.27 crore in advance gross collections, including blocked seats, and Rs 6.25 crore excluding them, according to the reported Sacnilk figures for October 23. More than 1.47 lakh tickets had been booked across 3,964 tracked shows.
The increase in confirmed ticket sales indicates that advance demand is developing, but the film still has substantial room to grow before its November 5 release. The final booking figures will depend on audience interest, screening availability and the pace of sales during the last week.
With paid previews scheduled for November 4 and the second instalment planned for Diwali 2027, the first film is approaching a significant theatrical launch. Its opening-day performance will provide a clearer indication of how strongly the epic drama connects with audiences.