Anupam Kher Cast as Jatayu in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana

Ramayana Poster Reveals Anupam Kher as Jatayu

The makers of Ramayana have unveiled a new character poster featuring Jatayu, titled The Wings of Dharma. The reveal confirms that veteran actor Anupam Kher lends his voice to the revered bird character in director Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming two-part cinematic adaptation.

The poster showcases Jatayu's intense gaze and wings spread wide, highlighting the character's resolve to stand up against evil. Sharing the poster on social media, the makers stated, “When evil took flight, courage rose to meet it. He fought not for victory, but for what was right. Jatayu. The Wings of Dharma. Anupam Kher as Jatayu in Ramayana.”

In the epic, Jatayu attempts to rescue Sita from Ravana after her abduction, symbolizing courage, duty, and sacrifice. The ambitious two-part adaptation features a cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Lara Dutta as Queen Kaikeyi, and Sheeba Chadha as Manthara.

Produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, the first instalment of Ramayana is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 5, 2026, with Part 2 arriving during Diwali 2027. The film will release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam with an IMAX release planned. Sony Pictures will handle international distribution outside India, and Dharma Productions will distribute in the Hindi-speaking market.