The musical chapter of Ramayana has officially begun with the release of its first track, Jai Jai Ram. Composed by AR Rahman, penned by Kumar Vishwas and performed by Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, the song was released on September 14, coinciding with Ganesh Chaturthi.
The first song from Ramayana offers a glimpse into the epic’s devotional and emotional landscape. It brings several significant episodes from Lord Ram’s life to the screen, including his marriage to Sita and his reunion with his younger brother Bharat.
The track begins with visuals of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita’s wedding, highlighting the grandeur and spiritual significance of their union. The scenes then shift to their arrival in Ayodhya, where the newly married couple receives a warm welcome as flowers are showered upon them.
Jai Jai Ram also explores some deeply emotional chapters from Ram’s life. One sequence depicts him caring for his father, King Dashrath, while another shows Ram immersing his father’s ashes in a river. The song also features the poignant Bharat Milaap, depicting Ram’s reunion with Bharat.
Rahman’s composition gives Jai Jai Ram the character of both a devotional prayer and a cinematic song. The repeated chanting of Lord Ram’s name serves as the track’s central element, while Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal add emotional depth through their vocals.
Speaking about the song, filmmaker and producer Namit Malhotra said the track was created to reflect the emotional and devotional essence of Ramayana.
“Shri Ram is at the heart of Ramayana and, for generations, has been the guide we turn to through every phase of life. In moments of darkness, we seek his strength. In moments of uncertainty, we look to his path. And in moments of joy, we remember him with gratitude. ‘Jai Jai Ram’ comes from that deeply personal and timeless relationship we share with Shri Ram,” he said.
Malhotra further said that although the film has been created on an enormous scale, its core remains grounded in emotion, values and devotion. He also explained the significance of choosing Ganesh Chaturthi for the beginning of the film’s musical journey.
“Beginning this musical journey on Ganesh Chaturthi felt especially meaningful because, in our culture, every auspicious beginning starts by seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha,” he said.
A R Rahman said the song was built around the simplicity of repeating Shri Ram’s name while maintaining the intimate quality of a prayer. “At the heart of ‘Jai Jai Ram’ is the simple and powerful repetition of Shri Ram’s name. Musically, the intention was to preserve the purity and intimacy of a prayer while allowing the composition to grow into a cinematic song,” he said.
He also lauded Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal for bringing their own emotional interpretations to Kumar Vishwas’s lyrics without losing the devotional essence of the composition.
Kumar Vishwas, meanwhile, said he aimed to keep the lyrics straightforward instead of attempting to define Shri Ram through words. “‘Jai Jai Ram’ are three simple words, yet within them lies a complete prayer. While writing the song, my endeavour was not to describe Shri Ram, because his meaning cannot be contained in words, but to express the relationship every devotee shares with him: as our guide, our strength and our refuge,” he said.
The release of Jai Jai Ram follows the strong worldwide response to the Ramayana trailer, which, according to the makers, surpassed one billion digital views across platforms within six days.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana features Ranbir Kapoor as Shri Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman.
The film is being produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. Sony Pictures is responsible for global distribution outside India.
Ramayana Part One is scheduled to release in cinemas during Diwali 2026.
