In a remarkable connection to Indian cinema's history, Ranbir Kapoor is set to portray Lord Ram in the upcoming film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. This casting is particularly significant as it mirrors the performance of his great-grandfather, Prithviraj Kapoor, who played the same character in the 1933 film Seeta, which was the first Indian talkie showcased at an international film festival. The film Ramayana, anticipated to be a two-part saga, will release its first installment in December 2026, with the second part scheduled for Diwali 2027. The teaser for the film is set to drop on Hanuman Jayanti, April 2, and features a notable cast including Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. This project not only aims to reintroduce the timeless epic to modern audiences but also honors the Kapoor family's rich cinematic legacy that spans nearly a century.