Shares of Prime Focus Ltd, the visual effects and post-production company behind the upcoming epic film Ramayana, have surged over 90% since April, driven by rising investor excitement and celebrity involvement.
The company’s stock hit Rs 163.1 in Thursday’s trade, rising from Rs 85 in April. The rally gained momentum after the teaser for Ramayana dropped on July 3, propelling the stock by 10% the next day to an all-time high of Rs 175.7 before settling at Rs 165.8.
Investor interest intensified following reports that Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor—who plays Lord Rama in the film—invested in Prime Focus. According to reports, Kapoor acquired 12.5 lakh shares at Rs 120 each, amounting to an estimated Rs 15 crore, after shareholder approval for a preferential equity issue.
Founded in 1997 by Namit Malhotra, Prime Focus has grown from a small post-production unit in Mumbai to a global VFX powerhouse. The company owns UK-based Double Negative (DNEG), which has contributed visual effects to Hollywood blockbusters like TENET, Dune: Part Two, and Oppenheimer. DNEG’s work has earned eight Academy Awards, strengthening Prime Focus’ standing in the global film industry.
Directed by Dangal filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is expected to be released in two parts—Part One in Diwali 2026 and Part Two in Diwali 2027. The cast includes Sai Pallavi as Sita and Kannada superstar Yash as Ravana. Yash is also a co-producer on the high-budget mythological saga.
Ranbir Kapoor’s Net Wort
Ranbir Kapoor has not only made his mark as a leading Bollywood actor but also proved his mettle beyond cinema. According to media reports, Ranbir’s net worth is estimated at a massive Rs 345 crore. A Mint report highlights that the ‘Rockstar’ actor earns approximately Rs 30 crore annually. For each film, he reportedly charges around Rs 50 crore and also takes home a percentage of the project’s profits.