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Ramayana Premieres in Indonesia, Earns Over Rs 5 Crore in Thailand
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What Happened?
Director Nitesh Tiwari's film 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' premiered in Indonesia, attracting large audiences. It earned over Rs 5.15 crore in Thailand during its opening weekend.
Key points
- The film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Yash as Ravana.
- It opened in Thailand on November 5, earning approximately Rs 5.15 crore.
- The film has crossed Rs 800 crore globally within six days of its release.
- In the US, it opened with $12.2 million, ranking as the second-highest-grossing new release.
- The film will roll out in several countries, including Hong Kong and Brazil, in the coming weeks.
Key insights
- The film's strong performance in Southeast Asia may encourage more adaptations of Indian epics.
- Cultural events like this can strengthen diplomatic ties between India and Indonesia.
- The film's international rollout could expand its audience and revenue potential.
Why it matters
The film's success highlights the cultural ties between India and Southeast Asia.
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Nitesh Tiwari· PersonRanbir Kapoor· PersonSai Pallavi· PersonYash· PersonNarendra Modi· PersonThailand· CountryIndonesia· CountrySony Pictures International· Organization
Source
India Today
