Ever since the announcement of Ranbir Kapoor’s film ‘Ramayana’, there has been immense excitement among fans. It is one of the most anticipated films of 2026. Ranbir Kapoor will be seen playing the role of Lord Ram in the movie. The first part is set to be released in theaters during Diwali 2026. Meanwhile, advance bookings for the film in India began on October 20. Now, ahead of its release, a major update has emerged: it has been announced that ‘Ramayana: Part 1’ will be tax-free in West Bengal. This announcement was made by Suvendu Adhikari during an event held in Kolkata on the occasion of Dussehra on Tuesday. The film’s producer, director, and star cast were also present at this event.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Ranbir Kapoor’s film ‘Ramayana Part 1’ would be made tax-free in the state. The film’s producer Namit Malhotra, director Nitesh Tiwari, and Ravi Dubey—who plays the character of Lakshmana—were present at an event held in Kolkata on the occasion of Dussehra. Additionally, Ranbir Kapoor and Yash also attended the event.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that the film ‘Ramayana’ has been made tax-free in West Bengal. ‘The Kerala Story’, ‘The Kashmir Files’, and ‘The Bengal Files’ were also made tax-free. Similarly, ‘Ramayana’ will be made tax-free in the state. In the future, films should also be made about Lord Krishna, Arjuna, and the Mahabharata. Ranbir Kapoor, who portrays the character of Lord Ram in the film, expressed his gratitude to the Chief Minister for the decision to make ‘Ramayana’ tax-free. He remarked that it is a matter of great joy and good fortune for them to be here on the sacred soil of Kolkata to celebrate Dussehra with everyone. Dussehra reminds us of a beautiful truth: no matter how powerful evil may be, in the end, truth and goodness always triumph.
