Hollywood Critic Praises ‘Ramayana’, Compares It to ‘The Lord of the Rings’

Despite restrictions on sharing reviews of the premiere screening of Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, a few critics have reportedly shared their impressions. A Hollywood critic praised the film, saying that the last time they experienced a similar sense of wonder was when they watched The Lord of the Rings in 2001. Describing the film as an extraordinary experience, the critic compared it to Arabian Nights, saying it felt as though a magical story had come to life. A video featuring the positive reaction has since gone viral. However, the views of one or two critics cannot represent the overall audience response, and moviegoers are eagerly waiting to see how the film is received when it releases on November 5.

Meanwhile, the film’s lead cast, Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, attended a screening in Los Angeles alongside members of the audience. The team appeared on the red carpet at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures for the grand premiere. Director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra were also present at the event, held in Los Angeles at 7 a.m. IST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Photographs and videos from the premiere have been circulating widely, adding to the anticipation surrounding the film. The audience’s overall response is expected to become clearer after its release.