For Yash and Radhika Pandit’s children, Ayra and Yatharv, Ramayana: Part One has become more than just another film featuring their father. The upcoming mythological epic marked their first experience of watching a movie in a theatre, making its Los Angeles premiere a special family milestone.
According to an exclusive report, the siblings attended an early screening of the film in Los Angeles on October 27, where Yash plays the powerful King Ravana. The occasion was particularly meaningful as their first big-screen experience came through a project closely connected to their father’s career. It also took place just days before Yatharv’s seventh birthday on October 30.
Yash’s Children Experience Their First Film at Ramayana Premiere
Yash and Radhika Pandit’s children, Ayra and Yatharv, recently experienced the magic of cinema on the big screen for the first time. Their debut movie outing was at the Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana: Part One, held at the David Geffen Theatre at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The screening took place on October 27, ahead of the film’s worldwide theatrical release. For the children, the experience carried an added personal connection because their father appears in the film as Ravana.
The family has kept details of how Ayra and Yatharv reacted to the screening private. However, the occasion is already a memorable milestone, particularly because the film marks an important project in Yash’s career. The timing also made the experience special for Yatharv, who celebrated his seventh birthday on October 30. The screening reportedly served as a pre-birthday treat for the siblings, giving them an opportunity to watch their father on the big screen for the first time.
Yatharv Turns 7 as Family Celebrates the Special Occasion
Yatharv turned seven on October 30, 2026, just three days after the Los Angeles premiere. His sister Ayra is also seven years old, making the siblings close in age. Yash and Radhika have previously spoken about the thought behind choosing their children's names. Ayra's name draws inspiration from Airavathi, a name associated with Goddess Lakshmi. Yatharv, meanwhile, means 'complete'.
The couple have also explained that their son's name brings together elements of the names of Yash, Radhika and Ayra, giving it an additional personal significance. Although the actors generally keep their children's lives away from excessive public attention, they have occasionally shared details about their family and parenting experiences. The first movie outing at the Ramayana premiere has now created another memorable connection between their family and Yash's professional journey.
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Yash Plays Ravana in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Part One features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Yash as Ravana. The film brings the ancient Indian epic to the big screen through a large-scale cinematic adaptation. The story follows Prince Rama, the rightful heir to Ayodhya, whose life changes after he is sent into a 14-year exile. Accompanied by Sita and his brother Lakshmana, he travels into the forest, where a series of events eventually leads to Ravana abducting Sita and setting the stage for an epic conflict.
For Yash, portraying Ravana marks a major step beyond his popular work in the KGF franchise. The actor is also associated with the film as a co-producer through his banner, Monster Mind Creations. The ensemble includes several prominent actors, with Sunny Deol playing Hanuman and Ravi Dubey portraying Lakshmana. The project is produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG and Monster Mind Creations.
When Will Ramayana: Part One Release in Theatres?
Ramayana: Part One is scheduled to release worldwide in cinemas on November 5, 2026. The film will arrive in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and English, making it a major multilingual release. The Los Angeles premiere on October 27 brought together the film's leading cast and creative team ahead of its theatrical launch. Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash attended the event alongside producer Namit Malhotra and director Nitesh Tiwari.
The adaptation is planned as a two-part cinematic project, with the second instalment scheduled for Diwali 2027. While audiences are preparing to see the epic story unfold on the big screen, the film already holds a different kind of significance for Yash's family. For Ayra and Yatharv, it will always be remembered as the movie that introduced them to the theatrical experience.
Final Take
Yash's children, Ayra and Yatharv, experienced their first theatrical film screening at the Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana: Part One on October 27. The occasion became particularly special because their father plays Ravana in the upcoming epic and Yatharv celebrated his seventh birthday just three days later. With the film set to release worldwide on November 5, 2026, the project now carries a personal family memory alongside its significance in Yash's career.
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