Mahesh Babu Wishes Happy Birthday to Prithviraj, Praises His Role in Upcoming Film Varanasi

Hyderabad, October 16 (Daily Kiran) : Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu extended heartfelt birthday wishes to actor Prithviraj on Friday, October 16, 2026. Prithviraj stars alongside Mahesh in the highly anticipated film ‘Varanasi’, directed by S.S. Rajamouli.

In a post shared on his official ‘X’ account, Mahesh quoted the film’s official handle, writing, “Kumbha, happy birthday to you! May your day be wonderful, filled with love and happiness always!”

The filmmakers also took to social media to congratulate Prithviraj, who plays the villain Kumbha in the film. They wrote, “Happy birthday to the most complex mind in ‘Varanasi’… Kumbha!”

Malayalam actor and producer Tovino Thomas also joined in the celebrations, wishing his friend a happy birthday on his Instagram page with a simple message: “Happy birthday, brother.”

Director S.S. Rajamouli offered his unique birthday wishes, stating on his ‘X’ account, “Happy birthday, Prithvi. I didn’t want to awaken the Kumbha within you today. That Kumbha is destined to leave a mark on the world.”

Rajamouli first revealed Prithviraj’s look in the film last November. Sharing the first look poster of Prithviraj as Kumbha, he praised the actor, saying, “After shooting the first shot with Prithvi, I told him that he is one of the best actors I have ever worked with. Bringing life to the dangerous, ruthless, and powerful villain Kumbha has been creatively satisfying. Thank you for embracing this role, Prithvi!”

In response, Prithviraj expressed his gratitude, stating, “Sir, it’s a great honor for me! I eagerly look forward to the next part of this wonderful journey!”

In ‘Varanasi’, Prithviraj portrays a differently-abled character, seen seated in a wheelchair equipped with robotic arms and legs.