Mumbai, April 23: Renowned South Indian filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli is set to transport audiences into his enchanting cinematic universe once again. His highly anticipated mega-budget film, ‘Varanasi,’ is poised to make a significant impact on the international stage.
The film will be showcased at the Comic-Con Experience 2026 in Mexico.
On Thursday, producer S. S. Karthikeya confirmed this exciting news via an Instagram post. He mentioned that April 24 will be a monumental day for the film, as a special panel will be held on the Thunder Stage in Mexico. During this event, he will present an exclusive segment of ‘Varanasi.’ The highlight of this presentation will include a special video from director S. S. Rajamouli, along with behind-the-scenes footage from the film.
At the end of the event, fans will have the opportunity to engage in a live discussion with the makers.
Excitement for the film is already palpable among audiences and on social media. Mahesh Babu will portray ‘Rudra,’ while Prithviraj Sukumaran will take on the impactful role of ‘Kumbha,’ and Priyanka Chopra will shine as ‘Mandakini,’ showcasing the brilliance of Indian cinema.
‘Varanasi’ has been the talk of the town even before its release. Recently, a glimpse of the film was showcased at the historic Le Grand Rex, the largest theater in Europe, in Paris. ‘Varanasi’ made history as the first Indian film to have promotional content displayed at such a grand venue. The audience’s enthusiastic applause indicated that the film is set to break new records at the global box office.
This mega-budget film will blend mythology with science fiction. The story revolves around Mahesh Babu (as Rudra), who embarks on a perilous journey across time and continents in search of an ancient, powerful artifact. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on April 7, 2027.
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