Ramayana US Premiere Advance Tops 51K Tickets Surpassing Baahubali 2
Namit Malhotra's upcoming mythological epic Ramayana: Part One has crossed 51,000 tickets for its US premiere, leaving behind major blockbusters and eyeing Dhurandhar 2's benchmark.
Published 2 November 2026
North American Advance Booking Surge
The advance-booking phase for Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Part One in North America has reached a pivotal juncture. The mythological epic is currently closing in on the final major ticket sales benchmark for its US premiere.
Sales have crossed 51,000 tickets for the upcoming paid previews scheduled for November 4. This momentum puts the movie just under 1,000 tickets away from matching the benchmark set by Dhurandhar 2.
Leaving Previous Blockbusters Behind
In the lead-up to this milestone, the production steadily outpaced the estimated premiere ticket sales of several major Indian blockbusters. Previous reference points cleared by the film include Animal, Jawan, Pushpa 2, and Pathaan.
The upward trajectory also saw the title move past the estimated premiere benchmarks associated with RRR, Baahubali 2, and Kalki 2898 AD over recent days.
Rapid Growth in Ticket Tally
The speed of the advance sales has caught the attention of industry trackers. Just a few days prior, on October 30, reports indicated the tally stood around 37,000 premiere tickets, having just surpassed RRR.
Within a span of three days, the total surged by nearly 40 percent. This dramatic increase propelled the film past both Baahubali 2 and Kalki 2898 AD benchmarks.
The Dhurandhar 2 Benchmark
Despite clearing seven major reference levels, the film faces its toughest remaining comparison in Dhurandhar 2. That Ranveer Singh blockbuster secured an extended North American opening of approximately $14 million.
Surpassing the ticket benchmark used for that film does not automatically guarantee breaking the actual opening gross record, but it places the project within striking distance of elite international debut figures.
Projections and Potential Openings
Current booking trends point toward an estimated five-day North American opening landing between $13 million and $14 million. Analysts note this is an indicative projection derived from early conversion patterns.
The ultimate success of these projections will depend on whether the feature can sustain its booking momentum past the initial preview screenings scheduled for Wednesday.
Distribution of Advance Sales
Data regarding the 1.40 lakh total tickets booked across the November 4 to November 8 opening period reveals distinct viewing patterns. Approximately 37 percent of these sales are concentrated strictly on preview night.
Combined figures for preview night and Thursday currently outweigh the entire Friday-to-Sunday weekend period, pointing to intense early demand among overseas audiences.
News Overview
Ramayana: Part One has sold over 51,000 tickets for its US premieres, surpassing seven major Indian blockbusters including Baahubali 2. It now sits just under 1,000 tickets away from the benchmark set by Dhurandhar 2 as it heads toward its theatrical release.
Key facts
- Ramayana US premiere advance bookings topped 51,000 tickets.
- US paid previews are scheduled for November 4, 2026.
- The theatrical release is set for November 5, 2026.
- Over 1.40 lakh tickets have been booked across the November 4-8 US opening period.
- Dhurandhar 2 generated around $14 million during its extended North American opening.