S. S. Rajamouli stands tall as one of the most visionary and influential filmmakers Indian cinema has ever seen, celebrated for creating timeless blockbusters and redefining scale on screen. The master storyteller is now gearing up for his next ambitious action-adventure, Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, instantly making it one of the most awaited projects in the country. Set in the timeless and spiritually rich city of Varanasi, the film is expected to weave deep-rooted themes into a modern and relatable narrative.
The anticipation for the film is at its peak, especially after the recent reveal of the character poster. Amidst this in a recent interview, S. S. Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared interesting insights about the film. While Rajamouli revealed the encouraging words he received from James Cameron, Priyanka and Mahesh spoke about an exciting dance number featured in the film.
Talking about his latest interaction with acclaimed filmmaker James Cameron and encouraging words from him, S. S. Rajamouli shared, “I saw James Cameron talking about RRR, and it made me happy once more. We had a long conversation about RRR, and the words I remember him saying were you continue going to the films that you do.”
Priyanka spoke about doing an Indian film after a hiatus and how she expressed her desire to S.S. Rajamouli, saying, “ I haven’t done an Indian film for six years. I requested SSR. Can you make me dance?” Mahesh Babu weighed on it, adding, “We have already shot one song, and it just keeps playing in our minds. Priyanka keeps singing it all the time.”
Varanasi is already leaving its mark far beyond Indian shores. The film’s first glimpse was showcased at the Trailer Festival at Le Grand Rex in Paris, Europe’s largest and most iconic cinema hall, and the response was nothing short of phenomenal. From the very first frame, the theatre echoed with thunderous applause, cheers, and whistles, as the charged atmosphere reflected the global excitement surrounding the film.
Adding to the buzz, Mahesh Babu’s powerful looks as Rudhra and Hindu god Rama, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s antagonist's intense first look as Kumbha, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s commanding avatar as Mandakini from Varanasi have already been revealed, sending social media into a frenzy and fueling nationwide excitement. With these striking glimpses raising expectations, anticipation has now reached fever pitch as audiences eagerly await this grand cinematic spectacle, slated for a massive theatrical release on 7th April, 2027.
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