Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi Coming to Ramtek on October 11 — Here Is Everything You Need to Know

The actors who will play Lord Rama and Sita on the silver screen are coming to seek blessings at one of Maharashtra’s most sacred Ram temples — and it is right here in Nagpur district. Ramtek MLA Ashish Jaiswal has confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi — the lead pair of Nitesh Tiwari’s much-awaited film Ramayana — are expected to visit the historic Shri Ram Temple at Ramtek Gad on October 11, 2026. Furthermore, the actors will attend the upcoming Raas Garba Mahotsav in Ramtek as part of their visit. As a result, Ramtek is set to witness both a major cultural event and a Bollywood moment that devotees and film fans across Vidarbha will not want to miss.

The announcement was made by MLA Jaiswal while meeting women associated with the organisation of the Raas Garba Mahotsav. Moreover, the timing of this visit — with Navratri approaching and the Ramayana film building its pre-release momentum — makes Ramtek’s October 11 event a genuinely significant occasion.

The Film That Makes This Visit Special

The Ramayana film being directed by Nitesh Tiwari is one of the most anticipated Bollywood productions in recent years. Furthermore, the casting has generated enormous public interest since it was first announced.

Ranbir Kapoor will portray Lord Rama — his most ambitious and prestigious role to date. Moreover, Sai Pallavi has been cast as Sita. The film also features Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. As a result, the Ramayana film has assembled a cast that spans the full spectrum of Hindi and South Indian cinema — creating pan-India excitement around the project.

The actors have recently been actively involved in the film’s promotional events. Furthermore, Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi were seen together at a special Ramayana event in Mumbai in late September. As a result, the Ramtek visit on October 11 appears to be part of a deliberate promotional strategy that combines spiritual visits to Ram-connected sites with public events.

For an actor playing Lord Rama, visiting a temple as historically and spiritually connected to the Ramayana tradition as Ramtek carries a depth of meaning beyond simple promotion. Moreover, it signals the kind of devotional preparation and research that method actors and serious filmmakers invest in when handling stories of this magnitude.

Why Ramtek Is the Perfect Destination for the Ramayana Team

The choice of Ramtek for this visit is deeply meaningful. Furthermore, Ramtek is not a random temple town — it carries one of the most direct Ramayana connections of any site in Maharashtra.

Ramtek, located approximately 50 kilometres from Nagpur, has deep religious associations with the Ramayana tradition. Moreover, it is believed to be a place where Lord Rama stayed during his 14-year exile — specifically the period when he, Sita and Lakshmana were travelling through the forests of central India. Therefore, the very ground on which the Shri Ram Temple at Ramtek Gad stands is considered sanctified by Lord Rama’s presence.

The Shri Ram Temple at Ramtek Gad — situated on the hill that gives Ramtek its name — is one of Maharashtra’s most revered ancient temples. Furthermore, the temple’s hilltop location, accessible by steps, offers a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. As a result, a visit to Ramtek is both a spiritual pilgrimage and an experience of Maharashtra’s natural and historical heritage in the same moment.

For Ranbir Kapoor, preparing to embody Lord Rama on screen, visiting the place where Ram is believed to have walked has a significance that no studio set or script research can replicate. Moreover, for Sai Pallavi as Sita, seeking blessings at a temple where Ram stayed during his exile connects directly to the character she is bringing to life.

What Is the Raas Garba Mahotsav at Ramtek

The Raas Garba Mahotsav is a Navratri festival event being organised at Ramtek. Furthermore, it is the occasion around which the Ramayana team’s visit has been planned.

Raas Garba — the traditional devotional dance form associated with Navratri — is celebrated across Maharashtra and Gujarat during the nine nights of the festival. Moreover, Ramtek’s Raas Garba Mahotsav, with the backdrop of the historic Ram temple on the hill, creates a uniquely charged spiritual and cultural environment. As a result, the presence of Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi at this event is expected to significantly elevate its scale and public attention.

The Raas Garba Mahotsav will draw participants from Nagpur, Ramtek and surrounding districts. Furthermore, with the confirmed presence of Bollywood celebrities at the October 11 event, attendance from across the region is expected to be significantly higher than usual. Therefore, anyone planning to attend should make arrangements well in advance.

About Ramtek — Nagpur District’s Temple Town

Many Nagpur residents have visited Ramtek but may not know the full depth of its history and religious significance. Furthermore, understanding the temple town makes the Ramayana team’s visit even more resonant.

Ramtek gets its name from “Ram-tek” — meaning the hill of Ram. Furthermore, the town has been a pilgrimage destination for centuries — long before modern roads made it easily accessible. The main Shri Ram Mandir on Ramtek Gad is accompanied by several other temples on the hill and in the surrounding town. Moreover, a sacred lake — Ambala Lake — at the base of the hill adds to the town’s spiritual ambiance.

Ramtek also has literary significance. Furthermore, the great Sanskrit poet Kalidasa is believed to have composed his famous work Meghaduta at Ramtek — inspired by the landscape. As a result, Ramtek is one of those rare places in India where religious heritage, literary history and natural beauty converge in a single location.

For devotees who follow the Ramayana tradition, Ramtek is considered a mandatory pilgrimage — one of the places where the physical presence of Ram’s journey through forest India can be directly connected.

How to Reach Ramtek From Nagpur — Practical Guide

For Nagpur residents who want to visit Ramtek for the Raas Garba Mahotsav and witness the Ramayana team’s visit on October 11, here is the practical information.

Ramtek is approximately 50 kilometres from Nagpur on the Nagpur-Jabalpur National Highway. Furthermore, the journey takes approximately 60 to 75 minutes by road. State transport buses from Nagpur’s Central Bus Stand run regularly to Ramtek. Moreover, private vehicles and cabs can reach Ramtek directly on the national highway. As a result, a Nagpur day trip to Ramtek on October 11 is very practical.

The Shri Ram Temple on Ramtek Gad is accessed by climbing steps up the hill. Furthermore, the climb takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes and is manageable for most visitors. Comfortable footwear is recommended. Moreover, visiting in the early morning or evening hours is advisable to avoid the peak heat of the October day.

Given the expected large turnout on October 11 — combining Navratri celebrations, Raas Garba Mahotsav and the Bollywood star visit — arriving early is strongly advisable. Furthermore, expect road congestion on the Nagpur-Ramtek highway on that day. As a result, plan your travel timing accordingly and allow extra time for the journey.

What This Visit Means for Ramtek’s Tourism Profile

The visit of Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi to Ramtek on October 11 is not just a one-day event. Furthermore, it has the potential to significantly raise the national and international profile of Ramtek as a heritage pilgrimage destination.

When one of Bollywood’s biggest stars visits a temple town in connection with one of the most anticipated films in years, media coverage follows. Moreover, photographs and videos from the visit will circulate on social media across the country — introducing Ramtek to millions of people who may not previously have known of its existence.

Furthermore, as Nagpur Updates has been reporting throughout 2026, Nagpur district is investing significantly in tourism infrastructure — from the Koradi temple development to the Babulkheda nature tourism zone to the Adasa Ganesh Temple’s new pilgrimage status. Ramtek fits naturally into this pattern. As a result, the Ramayana team’s visit could catalyse increased government and private investment in Ramtek’s tourism infrastructure.

Nagpur Updates will cover the October 11 event and report on Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi’s visit to Ramtek Gad as it unfolds.