Varanasi Movie – Key Highlights
Title Reveal & First Look: SS Rajamouli officially unveiled the title Varanasi and showcased Mahesh Babu’s fierce warrior avatar at the GlobeTrotter event in Hyderabad.
Teaser Launch: The teaser was released on November 15, 2025, streamed on JioHotstar, and has already crossed 3.9 million views on YouTube.
Cast:
- Mahesh Babu as Rudhra
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Mandakini
- Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha
- Ensemble cast includes other notable actors.
Release Timeline: Slated for 2027, though the exact date is not yet announced.
Backed by KL Narayana and SS Karthikeya under Sri Durga Arts and Showing Business.
Massive budget confirmed, but plot details remain under wraps.
Visuals & Fan Reactions: Mahesh Babu seen riding a bull, drenched in blood, holding a trident.
Fans praised mythological references, especially shots evoking Lord Hanuman and Ram.
Social media reactions hail Rajamouli as the “GOAT” of Indian cinema.
Event Highlights: Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan (who performed), Rajamouli, and MM Keeravaani attended the launch.
In short:
Varanasi is Rajamouli’s next global action epic, with Mahesh Babu leading as Rudhra, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj in pivotal roles, a 2027 release target, and a teaser already creating massive buzz.
