On the occasion of Priyanka Chopra‘ anniversary, the makers unveiled a new look from the upcoming film ‘Varanasi’.The first official images from the film, shared by Entertainment Weekly, offer a glimpse of Chopra in a fierce and feisty avatar as the character. Mandakiniin the epic directed by SS Rajamouli. According to the report, Mandakini is described as “a fierce, globe-trotting character who is strong, vulnerable and unforgettable in equal measure.“
Priyanka Chopra’s ‘Varanasi’ releases on her birthday
Ms Priyanka Chopra Mahesh Babu have an epic dance number
The new look sees her in an all-black avatar, sporting wild curls and a sheer ensemble for what appears to be a song sequence from the film. It remains to be seen if this look is from the much talked about dance sequence that the actress specifically requested for Rajamouli. She earlier revealed that she asked the director for a dance number and shot a massive, high-energy scene alongside her co-star Mahesh Babu.
Priyanka Chopra’s role in ‘Varanasi’
‘Varanasi’, Chopra’s first release in India since 2019’s ‘The Sky Is Pink’, will see her opposite Mahesh Babu in the lead role of Rudhra. He will also be seen donning a double role as Lord Rama for a rumored 20-minute sequence in the film that will depict the epic. Ramayana battleMalayalam Star Prithviraj Sukumaran he plays the film’s main antagonist, Kumbha, who is described as “dangerously limitless in his mindset”. According to the report, Chopra’s Mandakini is caught between the two central male characters as the story unfolds.
Priyanka Chopra excited for the release of ‘Varanasi’
While the actor has been largely tight-lipped about the project and his role in the film, he recently offered a small tease. During an appearance on the ‘Hey Jonas’ podcast, hosted by the husband Nick Jonas and his brothers Kevin and Joe, Priyanka shared, “I’ve been working on it for about 14 months. But SS Rajamouli is known to spend that time making films. He called me for this film, and it’s this epic adventure around the world and time. It’s taken a minute, but I’m really excited about it. I do a lot of amazing things, in slow motion, you can tell.”
About SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’
Varanasi is Rajamouli’s first original feature film since the global hit ‘RRR’. The filmmaker’s latest adventure is described as “an epic, action-packed adventure that spans thousands of years from ancient civilizations to the present day across multiple continents, with characters traversing Antarctica, Africa and the holy city of Varanasi itself.”The film will be released worldwide on April 7, 2027.