Entertainment

Avengers Doomsday Trailer Draws Criticism Over VFX as Indian Viewers Compare It With Ramayana

Avengers: Doomsday trailer Draws criticism has intensified after Marvel Studios released the first look on July 20, 2026, with several fans calling the visual effects unfinished and below the standard expected from a major Avengers film. The trailer still created huge excitement, drew millions of views within minutes and reportedly sold out premium-format tickets soon after bookings opened.

The Russo Brothers’ upcoming film brings Robert Downey Jr. back to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom. Chris Evans is also reported to return as Captain America, while the wider cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Letitia Wright, Sebastian Stan, Paul Rudd, Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen.

Fans Question CGI Quality and Production Scale

Soon after the trailer appeared online, viewers pointed to green-screen backgrounds, weak lighting, rough character edges and inconsistent compositing in several scenes. Some close-up shots were described as unpolished, while others said the Thor and Doctor Doom clash needed further visual work.

A section of fans argued that the trailer did not match the reported scale or budget of the movie. Some compared its CGI with earlier Marvel films such as Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, saying those movies looked more polished in promotional footage.

However, many supporters defended Marvel. They noted that visual effects in blockbuster films are often improved until the final weeks before release. Since Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 18, 2026, the studio still has several months to complete post-production.

The criticism has not reduced overall interest. Early ticket bookings for special and premium screenings reportedly opened around five months before release. Tracking reports claimed the film passed advance demand for Spider-Man: Brand New Day in some markets and exceeded The Fantastic Four: First Steps ticket sales in less than two hours.

Ramayana Comparison Expands the Online Debate

The VFX discussion became especially intense in India, where users compared Avengers: Doomsday with Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. Fans said the Indian epic’s teaser and leaked promotional footage appeared richer, even though much less material had been shown.

Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, with Sunny Deol also linked to the cast. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.

Its visual effects are being handled by DNEG, the Oscar-winning studio known for Dune and Interstellar. Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman are composing the music, while Guy Norris and Terry Notary are also associated with the production.

Ramayana Part 1 is scheduled for Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in Diwali 2027. Meanwhile, Avengers: Doomsday will clash with Dune: Part Three on December 18, creating a major box office contest expected to affect premium screens, advance bookings and audience attention across global markets.

Source

Firstpost – The Avengers: Doomsday trailer sparked mixed reactions online, with some viewers praising its scale while others criticized its CGI, including green-screen work, lighting, and visual quality. Supporters said Marvel often improves visual effects before release. Despite the debate, advance ticket demand remained strong, with premium-format screenings reportedly selling out quickly.

News18 – Much of the Avengers: Doomsday CGI criticism came from users on X, with many comparing it to Ramayana and praising the Indian film’s visuals. The talk also touched upon the production of Ramayana, with DNEG working on the VFX, music by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman, and a star cast led by Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.

Mid-day – The Avengers: Doomsday trailer made a lot of buzz online with fans praising the scale and ensemble of the movie even as the CGI debate continued. Supporters said the visual effects can still be refined before release, while premium-format screenings reportedly sold out quickly after advance bookings opened in several markets.

DNA India – The Avengers: Doomsday trailer gives the first look at Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom and features additional cast members including Vanessa Kirby, Sebastian Stan, Paul Rudd, and Tom Hiddleston. Meanwhile, Ramayana is set to release in two parts during Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027.

News9live – The Avengers: Doomsday trailer was released on July 20 and reportedly drew millions of views within minutes. Early ticket sales also reportedly outpaced Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Fantastic Four: First Steps in several markets.

Avatar photo

Kanishka Chandru is an Entertainment and Lifestyle Writer at Castingbay.in. She covers entertainment, lifestyle, celebrity stories, culture, OTT trends, viral moments, festivals, wellness, and reader-friendly features.

Join WhatsApp Latest