{
  "id": 1254282,
  "title": "Yash Clarifies Ramayana's ₹4,000 Crore Budget: 'That's A Misconception, It Covers Both Parts'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/yash-clarifies-ramayanas-4-000-crore-budget-thats-a-misconception-it",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T10:51:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/yash-clarifies-ramayanas-4000-crore-budget-thats-a-misconception-it-covers-both-parts"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Actor Yash clarified the misconception surrounding the budget of Nitesh Tiwari's two-part Ramayana, which was reported at ₹4,000 crore. He emphasized that this figure covers both parts of the film, their global release, and promotional expenses, not just the first installment's production cost. Yash and Namit Malhotra, the producer, had earlier announced the budget as approximately Rs 4,000 crore, equivalent to around $500 million. This large budget had sparked discussions about its potential box office recovery. During an appearance on Aap Ki Adalat, Yash elaborated that the budget encompasses all global aspects, similar to Hollywood films, where significant promotional spend is common. He highlighted the importance of such investments to elevate Indian cinema beyond domestic markets, likening it to a form of \"soft power.\" Yash will play the role of Ravana, with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The film, set to release globally on November 6, boasts an extensive ensemble cast, including actors like Ravie Dubey, Sunny Deol, Arun Govil, Lara Dutta, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, and Kunal Kapoor.",
  "summary": "Actor Yash addressed the much-discussed Rs 4,000 crore budget of Nitesh Tiwari's two-part Ramayana, clarifying that the figure is not the production cost of the first instalment alone. According to the actor and co-producer, the amount covers both parts of the epic as well as their global release and promotional expenses. The reported budget has made Ramayana one of the most ambitious and…",
  "key_points": [
    "Yash clarified ₹4,000 crore budget covers both Ramayana parts.",
    "Budget includes global release and promotional expenses.",
    "Actor Yash will play Ravana in the film."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}