Following the grand nationwide release of director Nitesh Tiwari’s magnum opus Ramayana: Part One, celebrated actor Vivek Oberoi shared an emotional, heartfelt tribute reflecting on the cinematic milestone. Taking to his verified social media handles on Friday evening, November 6, 2026, the veteran actor penned a stirring tribute honoring the creative minds and stellar cast behind the ambitious big-screen adaptation. Describing the film not merely as an entertainment venture but as a sacred cultural renaissance, Oberoi termed the cinematic saga a "MahaYagya" for Indian civilization and timeless Sanatan values. Having essayed the pivotal mythological figure of Vidyutjiva—the formidable Danava king of the Kalakeya clan and brother-in-law to the demon king Ravana—Oberoi expressed profound humility, stating that his participation in the production was merely his modest "Ahuti" (sacred offering) into this historic cultural endeavor.

Beyond Hollywood: Why Ramayana Outshines James Cameron's Avatar

In his detailed reflection, Vivek Oberoi drew a compelling thematic distinction between Hollywood’s world-building achievements and India’s civilizational storytelling, referencing James Cameron’s iconic sci-fi blockbuster Avatar. Acknowledging the creative brilliance of Western cinema, Oberoi emphasized that while Hollywood constructs worlds purely out of digital imagination and fictional lore, the narrative of Lord Ram represents the living heartbeat, documented memory, and spiritual truth of Indian civilization.

Extending gratitude to global producer Namit Malhotra for championing the ambitious project on an unprecedented international canvas, Oberoi wrote: "My brother Namit Malhotra, Ramayana is not just a film, it’s a MahaYagya for Bhartiya culture & values and playing Vidyutjiva is my small Ahuti in this Mahayagya! Thank you for pushing me to do this bhai! Thank you for dreaming big and bringing the story of Shri Ram to the world on such an extraordinary scale. The world of Avatar may be a creation of imagination, but the world of Shri Ram is our civilisation, our heritage and our truth. What a defining moment for Indian cinema!"

Unpacking Yash's Menace: From KGF's Rocky to the Ten-Headed Demon King

Vivek Oberoi reserved high praise for Kannada superstar Yash, whose fierce, commanding portrayal of the multi-faceted demon king Lankeshwar Ravana has electrified audiences in cinema halls nationwide. Drawing a direct parallel with Yash’s breakout pan-India persona as Rocky Bhai in the K.G.F franchise, Oberoi marveled at the actor's artistic elevation into mythological villainy, highlighting the raw gravitas, physical authority, and commanding aura that define his performance on screen.

Reflecting on their joint sequences, Oberoi gave special mention to an intricate scene featuring the digital visualization of Ravana’s ten heads in heated council. "Yashaaaa! My brother! From Rocky to Ravan, what a phenomenal growth, man! You absolutely nailed it!" Oberoi noted with visible enthusiasm. "The grandeur, power and presence you bring to Ravan are something else. I could feel Ravan's might on screen. It was wonderful sharing screen space with you, brother. That scene with the 10 talking heads of Ravan, uff! Just brilliant! What a fabulous performance, bhai!"

Divine Grace and Tearful Grief: Applauding Ranbir Kapoor’s Portrayal of Ram

Addressing the immense public curiosity and artistic pressure surrounding Ranbir Kapoor taking on the sacred mantle of Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram, Vivek Oberoi shared an emotional reaction after watching the final theatrical cut. Oberoi noted that Kapoor transcended the physical boundaries of an acting performance, imbuing the screen with genuine spiritual stillness, majestic dignity, and deep emotional resonance.

Highlighting a particularly devastating sequence where Ram receives word of his father King Dasharatha's demise during their forest exile, Oberoi confessed that the actor’s grief brought him to tears. "There may have been curiosity about how you would portray our beloved Shri Ram, but after watching you yesterday, I can simply say, I saw my Ram ji on screen," Oberoi observed. "You brought such grace, dignity and divinity to the character. In the scene you realise Dashrath ji is dead, you brought tears to my eyes, brother!"

Warrior Princess and Pure Grace: Sai Pallavi's Captivating Sita

Turning his attention to South Indian powerhouse Sai Pallavi, who embodies Goddess Sita, Vivek Oberoi expressed deep admiration for the natural elegance, resilience, and inner strength she infused into the revered deity. Moving away from passive mythological archetypes, Pallavi’s performance balances divine innocence with the agility of a royal princess.

Oberoi highlighted both her poignant emotional delivery and her surprising physical presence during crucial confrontation set-pieces, writing: "Sai Pallavi – The innocence, grace and purity that we associate with Sita Maa are beautifully reflected in your portrayal. What a graceful and heartfelt performance! You surprised me with your agility in the battle scenes, warrior princess!"

Box Office Power: Ramayana Nears ₹100 Crore Club Within 48 Hours

Vivek Oberoi’s heartfelt tribute aligns with historic commercial success at ticket windows across India. Arriving on November 5, 2026, across 25,200 screens in multiple linguistic formats, the film delivered a thunderous opening day collection of ₹64.85 crore. The momentum continued strongly on its second day of release, Friday, November 6.

By 7:00 PM IST on Day 2, the production had already amassed ₹30.10 crore across 18,346 domestic showings, pushing its cumulative two-day gross to an astonishing ₹94.95 crore. With late-night and midnight screenings running at houseful capacity in metropolitan hubs such as Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, trade analysts project the film will comfortably cross the ₹100 crore benchmark within its first 48 hours. With director Nitesh Tiwari crafting this first installment as the foundation for a grand concluding chapter slated for Diwali 2028, Ramayana has firmly established itself as an epoch-making event in the annals of modern Indian cinema.