The extended trailer of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana was finally released on July 30, 2026. What made it even more interesting was that, unlike other trailers, the Ramayana trailer was unveiled by the makers during Brahma Muhurat, at 4:15 am on Thursday.
The trailer offered a glimpse into Tiwari's directorial vision as it introduced the film's characters. Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Raavana won the hearts of the audience. Not just that, the Ramayana trailer also gave a sneak peek into the worlds of Ayodhya and Lanka, with many supporting characters from the film making an appearance.
However, what really caught netizens' attention was the absence of Sunny Deol from the trailer. For the unversed, Sunny will be playing the role of Lord Hanuman.
Why was Sunny Deol's Lord Hanuman missing from Ramayana's first look?
While the audience shared their thoughts on the trailer, many noticed Sunny Deol's absence, leaving them wondering why the makers kept his character under wraps.
If media reports are to be believed, the makers deliberately kept Sunny Deol's appearance under wraps to preserve the surprise for the audience. Hanuman is set to play a crucial role in the story, especially after Sita's abduction by Raavana and in helping Lord Ram on his journey to Lanka.
Meanwhile, another set of reports claims that Sunny Deol's character was kept hidden because the makers want to reveal him in the second part. As of now, neither the makers nor the actor has given any official confirmation on the matter.
The trailer primarily establishes the conflict between Lord Ram and Raavana, tracing Ram's exile from Ayodhya, Raavana's rise to power in Lanka, and the events that ultimately lead to their epic confrontation.
While Hanuman's absence from the trailer has disappointed some fans, it has also heightened curiosity about Sunny Deol's transformation. With his commanding screen presence and powerful persona, audiences are now eagerly waiting to see how the actor brings one of Indian mythology's most revered characters to life on the big screen.
Ramayana part 1 will be released this Diwali.