JioHotstar Plans to Stream Ramayana Part One on Pay-Per-View

JioHotstar plans to stream Ramayana Part One, upcoming mythological epic to Indian viewers through a pay-per-view option following its theatrical release. JioHotstar has tied up with Prime Focus Studios for the film to be available for an on-demand purchase post its exclusive cinema window. The film will release worldwide on November 5, 2026 in IMAX 3D.

JioHotstar Partners With Prime Focus Studios for Ramayana Streaming

The alliance will enable Indian viewers to buy and watch Ramayana: Part One after release in theatres on JioHotstar. In the pay-per-view format, viewers won't have to wait for the movie to be available on the platform's regular streaming lineup, instead having the option to pay for the show directly.

Nita M. Ambani, Chairperson of JioStar stated that the partnership is aimed at sharing the epic's cultural legacy with a larger audience throughout India through the power of technology in order to make the story accessible to families everywhere. She spoke about the principles of duty, love, courage and goodness which were linked with Ramayana.

The film was conceived for the big screen, especially IMAX 3D, said Namit Malhotra, the producer, filmmaker and founder and CEO of DNEG. He also added that the tie up with JioHotstar will ensure that the story goes beyond the reach of cinema infrastructure and makes its way to the home as well after its theatrical release.

Ramayana Part One Release Date, Languages and Format

Ramayana: Part One, will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and English, which will also be released in IMAX 3D format in theatres.

The two live-action films are being made by Prime Focus Studios with the collaboration of DNEG and Monster Mind Creations. The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari with screenplay adapted by Valmiki's epic writer Shridhar Raghavan.

Ramayana Cast Features Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash

Lord Rama is played by Ranbir Kapoor, Sita is played by Sai Pallavi, Ravana is played by Yash, Hanuman is played by Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey is playing Lakshman.

Internationally acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer has joined forces with Indian composer A. R. Rahman to create music; yet another aspect of the production's cinematic scale.

Also Read: Ramayana English Version to Run 30 Minutes Shorter without any Songs

Pay-Per-View Release Expands Ramayana's Digital Reach

The planned JioHotstar release provides an additional distribution window for the film after its exclusive theatrical run. The platform is designed to make the title accessible to viewers who might not have been able to see it theatrically, and the production team is to make it available via the on-demand sale of the title.

The pay-per-view price and exact digital release date are not mentioned. Consumers will have to wait for more information from JioHotstar or the film's producers on when and where they can watch or buy it.