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Ramayana to Face Godzilla Minus Zero on Diwali: Fans Cheer 'God vs Godzilla'
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 11:19 AM
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The epic fantasy film Ramayana is set to release on Diwali, directly competing with the Hollywood‑style monster movie Godzilla Minus Zero. Indian audiences have dubbed the showdown 'God vs Godzilla'.
Ramayana, a high‑budget fantasy film directed by Anurag Kashyap, is scheduled for a theatrical release on 24 October, coinciding with the Diwali festival. The movie, produced by Yash Raj Films, follows the ancient epic’s narrative with modern visual effects and a star‑studded cast.
Just a day before Ramayana’s premiere, Hollywood’s Godzilla Minus Zero, a reboot of the iconic monster franchise, will hit Indian screens. The film, distributed by Paramount Pictures, promises action‑packed sequences featuring the titular creature.
The simultaneous releases have sparked excitement among Indian moviegoers, who have coined the event a ‘God vs Godzilla’ battle. Social media platforms are buzzing with fan discussions, memes, and predictions about which film will dominate the box office during the festive season.
Industry analysts predict that the Diwali weekend could see a surge in ticket sales, with both films targeting different audience segments—Ramayana appealing to mythological enthusiasts and Godzilla attracting action‑film lovers.
Cinema chains across the country are preparing for high footfall, with special promotions and extended showtimes planned for the two releases.
Just a day before Ramayana’s premiere, Hollywood’s Godzilla Minus Zero, a reboot of the iconic monster franchise, will hit Indian screens. The film, distributed by Paramount Pictures, promises action‑packed sequences featuring the titular creature.
The simultaneous releases have sparked excitement among Indian moviegoers, who have coined the event a ‘God vs Godzilla’ battle. Social media platforms are buzzing with fan discussions, memes, and predictions about which film will dominate the box office during the festive season.
Industry analysts predict that the Diwali weekend could see a surge in ticket sales, with both films targeting different audience segments—Ramayana appealing to mythological enthusiasts and Godzilla attracting action‑film lovers.
Cinema chains across the country are preparing for high footfall, with special promotions and extended showtimes planned for the two releases.