Namit Malhotra Joins India’s Billionaire Club as Nation Hits 308 Billionaires in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026
India’s billionaire count has surged to 308 with 57 new entrants on the Hurun Global Rich List 2026. Among the notable additions is filmmaker and visual effects pioneer Namit Malhotra, whose inspiring journey from a modest editing setup in his father’s garage to leading DNEG one of the world’s foremost VFX studios—has captured global attention. Malhotra is now also producing the highly anticipated Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash.
As founder and CEO of DNEG, Malhotra has propelled the company to international acclaim, with multiple Academy Awards for its groundbreaking visual effects on Hollywood blockbusters. DNEG’s reputation as a global powerhouse in VFX is firmly established, and Malhotra continues to expand his influence through large-scale film production.
Currently, Malhotra is backing Ramayana, a two-part epic retelling directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The film aims to be a grand mythological spectacle designed for both Indian and international audiences, with the first installment slated for Diwali 2026 and the sequel for Diwali 2027.Ramayana boasts a star-studded cast, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman.
The project’s scale is unprecedented in Indian cinema, with a reported budget of around $100 million (approximately Rs. 835 crore) for the first film alone. It leverages cutting-edge technology such as advanced motion-capture and extensive visual effects. DNEG is spearheading the film’s VFX, ensuring world-class visuals that blend cultural reverence with cinematic innovation.
Malhotra has highlighted the project’s “reverence-first” approach, emphasizing years of pre-production dedicated to honoring the epic’s cultural legacy while delivering a global cinematic experience. With his debut on the Hurun billionaire list and the growing excitement around Ramayana, Namit Malhotra’s impact on both technology and filmmaking continues to rise on the global stage. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us and if you have anything to share do comment below and share your thoughts.
