Ravana Outshines Ram!
Reports indicate that he is charging a staggering ₹200 crore for his portrayal, reportedly outpricing even the lead protagonist: Reports
The possibility of Yash upstaging Ranbir Kapoor has become a major talking point ahead of the worldwide release of Nitesh Tiwari’s epic mythological film Ramayana: Part 1 on November 5, 2026. With Ranbir portraying Lord Ram and Yash stepping into the powerful role of Ravana, fans and critics are actively debating who will dominate the screen.
The speculation surrounding Yash potentially overshadowing Ranbir stems from a few key factors. While Lord Ram is portrayed as soft-spoken, composed and bound by virtue, Ravana is a fiery, anger-driven character with intense emotional beats.
This natural contrast often gives antagonists a more powerful screen presence. Early reactions from international premieres have also noted that Yash possesses a “magnetic quality” that could give him an edge in stealing the show.
Yash is also co-producing the film under his banner, Monster Mind Creations. Reports indicate that he is charging a staggering `200 crore for his portrayal, reportedly outpricing even the lead protagonist. This has further fuelled speculation about his influence over the project.
Premiere reviews have described Ranbir’s performance as “sublime” and “solid”. While some critics note that translating a divine aura onto the modern screen is an uphill task, his emotional commitment anchors the three-hour runtime.
Celebrated critic Raja Sen feels, “A great and charismatic performance can only help a film. Yash is a magnetic and expressive actor with solid screen presence and I look forward to seeing what he’s done in this iconic part. If Raavan does well it should only bring out the best in Ranbir’s performance as Rama.”
Highlight: Yash’s commanding presence offers strong contrast to Ranbir’s restrained protagonist, adding intensity and making their cinematic face-off an exciting prospect for audiences when film hits theatres.