Ramayana review: Sunny Deol’s entry as Lord Hanuman leaked; chants ‘Jai Shri Ram’, gets louder cheers than Ranbir and Yash

It’s Ramayana week as Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi-starrer Ramayana hits theatres on November 5, 2026. The film has garnered mixed responses from fans, with many lauding the CGI and VFX, Ranbir’s emotional portrayal of Lord Ram, and Sai’s enchanting look as Mata Sita. However, it was Yash as Ravana and Ravi Dubey as Laxman who stole the show.

Those who have watched the film are loving the mythological epic, praising its grandeur and the way the makers have dealt with the Ramayana.

Apart from Yash, Sai, Ranbir and Ravi, it was Sunny Deol’s cameo that won hearts. Moviegoers have taken pictures and recorded videos inside theatres, capturing the first glimpse of Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman.

Sunny Deol’s leaked clip introduces the actor as Lord Hanuman and is said to be from the post-credit sequence.

While the character’s face is not revealed, the leaked footage shows him making an entry as the Hanuman Chalisa plays in the background. The clip ends with a wider shot of Hanuman in the air as he chants, “Jai Shri Ram.”

His glimpse has piqued interest in Part 2, and audiences can’t wait to see more of the actor in the sequel.

Sunny Deol’s Hanuman is introduced with five iconic singers Kailash Kher, Shankar Mahadevan, Diljit Dosanjh, Sukhwinder Singh and Mohit Chauhan coming together to bring the timeless devotion of the Hanuman Chalisa to life.

The post-credit scene of the film was confirmed by international critics a few days ago, following the LA premiere. Several journalists who attended the Los Angeles screening took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reviews of Ramayana, praising the film.

One critic wrote on X, “Yes, Ramayana Rise of a Legend has a post-credit scene. And the post-credit scene teases that one iconic character that you’ve all been anticipating. You know who I’m talkin’ about. Can’t wait for the sequel in 2028.”

A user wrote, “Sunny Deol’s entry as Hanuman Ji, he says Jai Shri Ram and Hanuman Chalisa plays in the background. That’s how peak peaks.”

Another user wrote, “BIG Surprise! @iamsunnydeol as LORD HANUMAN in the end credits of #Ramayana! And what an entry! The powerhouse performer brings his trademark energy to the divine character. Did this cameo give you GOOSEBUMPS?”

“What a time for #SunnyDeol post historical success of #Gadar2. Now with his few seconds of clip as Hanuman Ji from #RamayanaPart1. Sunny Deol has received loudest cheers even more than #RanbirKapoor and #Yash. He will be most talking point in 2028 when #RamayanaPart2 arrives,” wrote another.

A Sunny Deol fan wrote, “Sunny Deol’s entry in #RamayanaMovie is something else! His towering personality, massive body, powerful physique and unbelievable screen presence make him look absolutely PERFECT for the role of Lord Hanuman.

“The moment he appears on screen, the entire atmosphere changes. His powerful personality, muscular build, commanding presence and larger-than-life aura give you genuine goosebumps.”

When Sunny Deol spoke about playing Hanuman

At the film’s Pratham Sankalp event in New Delhi, Sunny Deol got emotional about playing Hanuman and said, “To tell you the truth, I have done only a little work on the film so far. I still have a long way to go. I am grateful that I received the opportunity to play Hanuman ji. I will make every possible effort to portray him in the right way.”

“Playing Hanuman ji is not easy,” Sunny added. “But I know I will enjoy it immensely. He is playful, innocent and powerful. He is loved by everyone, and above all, he is a devotee of Lord Ram.”

Talking about Ramayana, the film’s second part has been delayed and will now release in Diwali 2028. Early reviews of Ranbir Kapoor’s film have been positive so far.