Ramayana: Part 1 has landed in theatres, and the film saves its biggest surprise for the very end. A post-credit scene introduces Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, with a powerful Hanuman Chalisa sung by Diljit Dosanjh and other top artists playing in the background. The moment has quickly become the talk of the film’s opening day, giving audiences a first taste of what the second part will bring.
The Post-Credit Scene That Introduces Sunny Deol’s Hanuman
The film’s main story ends with Ravana abducting Sita and Rama vowing to defeat him. The screen then goes dark, and the post-credit sequence begins. A Vanar Sena appears on screen, followed by a grand, magical entry for Lord Hanuman.
Sunny Deol walks into the frame as Hanuman, but his face is not revealed. A wider shot shows Hanuman flying through the air with his gada, chanting “Jai Shri Ram”. The scene uses dramatic background music to build the moment, and the Hanuman Chalisa plays throughout.
The choice to keep Sunny’s full look hidden is deliberate. The makers have said the character’s complete appearance will be saved for Ramayana: Part 2. The post-credit scene gives just enough to confirm his presence and set up his role in the next chapter, without giving away the full design.
Diljit Dosanjh’s Hanuman Chalisa Adds Power to the Moment
The Hanuman Chalisa featured in the scene is not a solo track. Diljit Dosanjh is one of the voices on the hymn, along with Sukhwinder Singh, Mohit Chauhan, Kailash Kher, and Anirudh Ravichander. Diljit also shared the track on his social media on the film’s release day.
The song is part of the film’s soundtrack, composed by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. The use of multiple singers gives the Chalisa a rich, cinematic feel that matches the scale of Hanuman’s entry.
What Happens in Ramayana Part 1: A Full Story Recap
Ramayana: Part 1 tells the story of two parallel journeys: the rise of Prince Rama of Ayodhya and the rise of Ravana, the emperor of Lanka. The film covers Rama’s early life, his marriage to Sita, his exile, and the events that lead to Sita’s abduction.
Rama’s Early Life and Marriage
Rama grows up as a prince in Ayodhya alongside his brothers Lakshmana, Bharata, and Shatrughna. Under the guidance of Sage Vishvamitra, he battles demons and proves his strength. He wins Sita’s hand in marriage by lifting and breaking Lord Shiva’s sacred bow.
Ravana’s Backstory and Rise to Power
The film gives significant time to Ravana, played by Yash. It shows his deep devotion to Lord Shiva, his birth from Kaikesi’s vengeful ambition, and his traumatic rise from slave status to become the powerful emperor of Lanka. Ravana defeats Kubera and takes control of Lanka, establishing himself as a dominant force.
Exile and the Golden Deer Trap
As Rama prepares for his coronation, Queen Kaikeyi, influenced by Manthara, demands that Rama be exiled for fourteen years and that her son Bharata be crowned king. Rama accepts his father’s promise and leaves Ayodhya with Sita and Lakshmana.
During their forest exile, Lakshmana confronts Shurpanakha, Ravana’s sister, after she tries to harm Sita. Lakshmana disfigures her, and she urges Ravana to take revenge. Ravana plots with Maricha, who disguises himself as a golden deer to lure Rama away. Sita asks Rama to catch the deer, and when Lakshmana follows to help, Sita is left alone. Ravana, disguised as a sage, takes her away in the Pushpaka Vimana.
Jatayu’s Sacrifice
The noble bird Jatayu, voiced by Anupam Kher, tries to rescue Sita but is gravely wounded by Ravana. Before dying, Jatayu tells Rama that Ravana is responsible and reveals the direction he took. Rama performs Jatayu’s final rites and vows to rescue Sita and defeat Ravana.
The Main Characters and Their Journeys
Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama
Ranbir Kapoor plays Rama as a quiet, restrained prince who accepts exile to honour his father’s word. His performance focuses on Rama’s calm strength and his commitment to righteousness.
Sai Pallavi as Sita
Sai Pallavi plays Sita, showing her strength and dignity through the events of the first part. Her abduction becomes the turning point of the story.
Yash as Ravana
Yash makes his Hindi debut as Ravana and is widely considered the standout of the film. His Ravana is given a textured arc, showing his devotion to Shiva and his ruthless ambition. The film humanises him while still presenting him as a formidable threat.
Ravie Dubey as Lakshmana
Ravie Dubey plays Lakshmana, Rama’s loyal brother who accompanies him into exile and stands by him through every challenge.
Supporting Cast
The film features a large ensemble, including Arun Govil as King Dasharatha, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, and Shobana as Kaikesi. Amitabh Bachchan lends his voice as the narrator.
Box Office and Release Details
Ramayana: Part 1 released in theatres worldwide on November 5, 2026. The film opened with massive advance bookings, collecting over Rs 143.50 crore in worldwide pre-sales before its release. Early estimates suggested a global opening of over Rs 150 crore.
The film received a ‘U’ certificate from India’s Central Board of Film Certification with no cuts. Its runtime is 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Why Hanuman Matters in the Ramayana Story
Lord Hanuman is one of the most important figures in the Ramayana. He enters the story after Sita’s abduction and becomes central to Rama’s search for her. Hanuman travels to Lanka, finds Sita, and helps Rama prepare for the battle against Ravana. The post-credit scene places his entry at the exact point where the first part ends and the second part begins, making his arrival a bridge between the two films.
“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.” — Sunny Deol, speaking about playing Lord Hanuman
“So the idea was now that we’ve got so much excitement that the world has had, we want to take a little bit more time to make sure that when we present the grand finale, we have a little bit more time to do what we did on part one. That extra year is what I genuinely believe we need to do justice for a film of this size.” — Namit Malhotra, producer, on the decision to move Part 2 to 2028
Ramayana: Part 2 is scheduled to release during Diwali 2028.
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