Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Part 1 has achieved a major box office milestone, collecting over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide. However, the film has also sparked debate despite receiving positive reviews from several quarters. A section of viewers has questioned its depiction of Ravana, accusing director Nitesh Tiwari of presenting the antagonist in a glorified light. Veteran actor Nitish Bharadwaj has also raised objections to the film's narrative.