Producer Namit Malhotra has turned down a ₹700 crore (approximately $84 million USD) OTT deal for the much-anticipated film 'Ramayana,' which stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. With a staggering production budget of ₹4,000 crore (around $480 million USD) for both parts, Malhotra is aiming for a ₹1000 crore deal, reflecting his confidence in the film's potential for success across platforms. The film is set to release in theaters globally during Diwali 2026 for Part 1, followed by Part 2 in 2027. The film's ensemble cast includes Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman, combining Indian storytelling with global filmmaking expertise, including contributions from renowned composers Hans Zimmer and A R Rahman. Malhotra is considering a strategy where he may sell the rights for just Part 1 while retaining Part 2 for a later release, similar to tactics used by other successful productions.