‘Varanasi’ A standalone epic by SS Rajamouli: Rama Vs. Mahesh Babu. The Kumbhakarna war was mocked! |

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli is taking a short break from shooting for his upcoming mega movie ‘Varanasi’ during his European tour. The screening of his films ‘RRR’ and ‘Eega’ was held at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France. Attending a master class, the director talked about the next Mahesh Babu i Priyanka Chopra crash

SS Rajamouli shares ‘Varanasi’ will be an independent film

During the interaction, according to a Hindustan Times report, the director confirmed that ‘Varanasi’ will be a standalone film. unlikeBaahubali‘, it will not be done as a franchise. When asked if the film would have multiple parts, Rajamouli gave a simple answer. He said, “A movie. Yes, a movie.”

SS Rajamouli reveals what audiences can expect

The ‘Baahubali’ director also shared what kind of experience the film will deliver. He said that the film will take the audience on a grand adventure with mythology, fantasy and strong emotions.He said, “You are going to experience the cold and ice of Antarctica. The gods of the Ramayana, the natural disasters and the fantastic elements. This is the experience you will have, but at the core of it all are the emotions of father and son. All this makes Varanasi for you.”

About ‘Varanasi’

‘Varanasi’ features Mahesh Babu in the role of Rudhra. Priyanka Chopra plays Mandakini while Prithviraj Sukumaran plays Kumbha. The film also marks the comeback of Priyanka Chopra Indian cinema after a hiatus of eight years.Earlier, Rajamouli also revealed that Mahesh Babu will appear as Lord Rama in one of the important sequences of the film. Vijayendra Prasad also teased a 30-minute long war sequence between Rama and Kumbhakarna.

‘Varanasi’ Shooting Status

Recently, in a conversation with Variety, SS Rajamouli revealed that the team has completed a major part of the shoot. They have also wrapped up great action sequences. “Hopefully, by September, maybe a little bit into October, we should wrap up the shoot,” Rajamouli said.The film is announced to hit the big screens on April 7, 2027.