The wait is finally over for fans of SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu. After months of quiet buzz and mystery marketing, the makers have officially confirmed the release details of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi. The announcement has taken social media by storm and raised excitement to a whole new level.
SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi Gets a Grand Release Date
Director SS Rajamouli and superstar Mahesh Babu shared the big news on January 30, 2026. The film will release in cinemas worldwide on:
April 7, 2027
The date is well planned. It comes during a festive period with Ugadi and Gudi Padwa, followed by Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14 and Ram Navami on April 15. This long holiday stretch is expected to help the film get huge opening crowds across India.
Poster Hints at a Mytho-Sci-Fi Story
Along with the announcement, a new poster was revealed. It shows a powerful image of an asteroid crashing into Earth. This matches reports that SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi is a mytho-sci-fi film.
The story is said to focus on what happens after an asteroid strike hits the ancient city of Varanasi. The film also travels across the globe, with shooting locations in Antarctica, Kenya, and India.
Star Cast and Key Characters
- Mahesh Babu plays Rudhra, a strong and intense role. He is seen riding a bull and holding a trishul.
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns to Indian cinema as Mandakini.
- Prithviraj Sukumaran appears as the villain Kumbha.
Big Budget and Technical First
Made on a massive budget of ₹1,300 crore, the film is among the costliest Indian projects ever. It is also the first Indian and non-English movie shot in the 1.43:1 IMAX format.
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Smart Marketing Move
Before the announcement, hoardings across Varanasi showed only one line: “April 7, 2027.” That simple tease got everyone talking.
With scale, stars, and vision, SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi is shaping up to be a true cinematic event.
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