Rajamouli’s Varanasi Set to Thrill Audiences Worldwide on April 7, 2027

S.S. Rajamouli, the visionary director behind blockbuster epics, is all set to take audiences on a grand cinematic journey with Varanasi , starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka , and Prithviraj . The film follows Rudhra (Mahesh Babu) , a Shiva devotee, as he embarks on a time-travel quest to retrieve a cosmic artifact , facing challenges posed by the wheelchair-bound villain Kumbha (Prithviraj) and encountering the cunning thief Mandakini (Priyanka) .

Varanasi is being filmed in groundbreaking IMAX , a first for an Indian film, spanning locations from Antarctica’s icy landscapes to the migratory wildebeests of Kenya . The production utilized real sets and meticulously timed animal migrations , showcasing Rajamouli’s trademark attention to detail and scale . Mahesh Babu reportedly spent six months retraining his run for a pivotal action sequence, reflecting the cast’s intense preparation for this cinematic spectacle.

The film promises a three-hour uninterrupted experience and is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027 , aiming to redefine Indian epic cinema on the global stage.