Composed by A.R. Rahman, penned by Dr. Kumar Vishwas and sung by Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal; ‘Jai Jai Ram’ blends the spiritual essence of an aarti with the emotion of a cinematic song
On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the makers of Ramayana have unveiled ‘Jai Jai Ram’, the film’s first song, marking the beginning of the film’s musical journey with the blessings of Lord Ganesha.
A soulful invocation of Shri Ram, ‘Jai Jai Ram’ combines the spiritual character of an aarti with a cinematic sound. Its lyrics reflect Shri Ram’s compassion, protection and adherence to dharma, while the repeated invocation gives the song its devotional core.
Namit Malhotra, Filmmaker and Producer, said, “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. “While Ramayana is being created on a great scale, its true foundation lies in its emotion, its values and its devotion. With ‘Jai Jai Ram’, we wanted our first song to reflect that soul , to celebrate Shri Ram not only as someone we worship, but as the protector, guide and source of strength we carry within us. 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.”
A.R. Rahman said, “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. Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal bring their own distinct emotional expression to Dr. Kumar Vishwas’s words, while always remaining true to the devotion at the centre of the song. I hope audiences find both a sense of peace and a personal connection in it.”
Dr. Kumar Vishwas said, “‘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. The language has been kept simple and direct because true devotion needs no ornamentation. I hope that when people hear the song, they do not merely listen to it, but find their own prayer within it.”
The song follows the global response to Ramayana’s trailer, which crossed one billion digital views across platforms in six days.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Shri Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. Produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with eight-time Academy Award-winning DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, and distributed by Sony Pictures globally (excluding India), Ramayana Part One will arrive in cinemas this Diwali 2026
About DNEG
DNEG is a world-leading visual effects and animation company for the creation of film, TV , and immersive content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. With almost 30 years of industry experience, DNEG has been honoured with eight Academy Awards® for ‘Visual Effects’ since 2011, and numerous BAFTA Primetime EMMY®, and Visual Effects Society Awards for its critically acclaimed work. Upcoming announced projects include Coyote vs. Acme (August 2026), Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups (August 2026), Klara and the Sun (October 2026), Street Fighter (October 2026), The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season 3 (Nov 2026), The Cat In The Hat (Nov 2026), Ramayana: Part 1 (Nov 2026), Blade Runner 2099 (Nov 2026), Looney Tunes: Daffy Season (Nov 2026), The Angry Birds Movie 3 (Dec 2026), Above the Below (Dec 2026), Animal Friends (Jan 2027), Bad Fairies (May 2027), Margie Claus (Nov 2027), Alone at Dawn, SAS: Rogue Heroes S3, On The Line, Road House 2, Snoopy Unleashed, Blood On Snow, This City Is Ours S2, Black Palace, and Gundam.
About Prime Focus Studios
Prime Focus Studios, founded by filmmaker and producer Namit Malhotra, finances and produces innovative and compelling content across film, TV , and gaming for global audiences. Prime Focus Studios recently co-produced animated film The Garfield Movie with Alcon Entertainment for Sony Pictures, which has grossed more than $257 million worldwide. Prime Focus Studios is currently in production on an exciting slate of projects, including the live-action/animation hybrid feature film Animal Friends with Legendary Entertainment and Ryan Reynolds’ production company Maximum Effort and animated movie The Angry Birds Movie 3 with Rovio Entertainment Ltd., SEGA, Flywheel Media, One Cool Group, and dentsu for Paramount Pictures. Prime Focus Studios is also in production on Ramayana, a two-part movie event based on the 5,000-year-old saga, that will showcase the epic story for global audiences as an unprecedented cinematic spectacle and launch an expansive transmedia universe.
About Monster Mind Creations
Founded by Rocking Star Yash, Monster Mind Creations is an independent production house driven by a vision to nurture creative talent and deliver pioneering content that redefines cinematic storytelling. Monster Mind Creations is currently co-producing two event films: "Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups" in collaboration with KVN Productions and "Ramayana" alongside Prime Focus Studios
About T-Series Music
T-Series is India’s leading music label and a global powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Known for its prominent presence on YouTube, T-Series ranks among the top channels worldwide, with billions of views and an extensive catalogue that spans Hindi film hits, devotional music, indie singles, and regional tracks. Recognised for launching some of the biggest names in music and film, T-Series remains at the forefront of India’s music landscape, setting trends and pioneering new soundscapes. With a mission to bring music to every heart, T-Series delivers a rich blend of timeless melodies and fresh talent, creating a vibrant soundtrack that resonates with audiences worldwide.
