Pre-launch › Trade & exhibitor · 21 May 2026 · T−168
Producers seek ₹450 crore for Hindi theatrical rights
Variety India reported that Dharma Productions, AA Films and Pen Studios were in talks, and that the asking price for Hindi theatrical rights was ₹450 crore.
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- 21 May 2026 · T−168
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- 'Ramayana' Producers Seek Record-Breaking ₹450 Crore for Distribution RightsVariety India · 21 May 2026 · varietyindia.com · SecondaryVerifies: Dharma, AA Films and Pen Studios in talks; ₹450 crore asking price
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