Released globally during the auspicious Brahma Muhurta on July 30, the trailer quickly became a talking point on social media. Apart from discussions in India, Pakistani YouTubers and digital creators shared detailed reviews, praising the film's visual effects, large-scale production and performances.

Among those reacting to the trailer was Pakistani content creator Mawia Umar Farooqi, popularly known for his entertainment and cricket-related content. Reviewing the trailer on social media, Farooqi said the film's reported massive budget was clearly reflected in its visuals and overall presentation.

He particularly appreciated the Hollywood-standard visual effects and the collaboration with international VFX studios, saying the trailer had genuinely increased his excitement for the film. According to him, the visuals suggested audiences could expect a grand cinematic experience when the film releases.

Farooqi also praised Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of Lord Ram and Yash's screen presence as Ravana, describing both actors as impactful in the trailer.

Pakistani YouTuber and film critic Hasnat Khan also reviewed the trailer, calling it one of the most visually impressive Indian film previews in recent years. He said the trailer successfully lived up to the enormous anticipation surrounding the project.

According to Hasnat, every frame appeared meticulously designed, with high-quality CGI, lighting, animation and action sequences. He noted that he did not notice any weak or unfinished visual effects, adding that the production quality matched international standards.

The reviewer also highlighted Yash's performance, saying the actor's commanding screen presence and action sequences immediately stood out. He described the introduction of Ravana as one of the trailer's strongest moments.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is being developed as a two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic. The first instalment is scheduled to release during Diwali 2026, while the second part is planned for Diwali 2027.

The film features an ensemble cast led by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Kannada superstar Yash as Ravana. Sunny Deol portrays Lord Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey plays Lakshman. Veteran actor Arun Govil, who famously portrayed Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's television adaptation, appears in the film as King Dasharatha.

The supporting cast also includes Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Shurpanakha, Vivek Oberoi and Kunal Kapoor in key roles.

Another major attraction of the project is its music. Academy Award-winning composers A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer have collaborated for the first time to create the film's background score and soundtrack, making the project one of the most ambitious musical collaborations in Indian cinema.

Produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios, DNEG and Yash's Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is reportedly being made on a combined budget of nearly ₹4,000 crore, making it one of the costliest film projects ever undertaken in India. The visual effects are being handled by Oscar-winning VFX company DNEG, with the film also planned for an IMAX release.

The positive response from Pakistani reviewers reflects the growing cross-border interest in large-scale Indian cinematic productions, particularly those backed by cutting-edge technology and internationally recognised filmmaking talent.