SS Rajamouli Announces Varanasi Release Date

SS Rajamouli has officially confirmed the release date of his much-awaited film Varanasi. The makers announced that the film will arrive in theatres on April 7, 2027. Along with the announcement, a new poster was shared, creating strong excitement among movie lovers across India.

Varanasi stars Mahesh Babu in the lead role and marks the grand return of Priyanka Chopra to Indian cinema after a long gap. This film is considered one of the biggest projects in Indian cinema due to its scale,l. Rajamouli is known for delivering visually rich films and expectations are very high for this project as well.

The official title Varanasi was revealed earlier at a special event held in Hyderabad in November 2025. At that time, only selected visuals were shown to the audience present at the event. Now, the makers have released the first glimpse for viewers across the world, allowing fans everywhere to experience the film’s tone and scale.

Priyanka Chopra plays a character named Mandakini in the film. Her role is said to be very important to the story. Fans are happy to see her back in an Indian project, especially under the direction of SS Rajamouli. Mahesh Babu appears in a powerful avatar named Rudhra.

The teaser released few days back opens with stunning aerial visuals of the city of Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world. The scenes then move to intense moments showing a massive asteroid impact affecting different parts of the planet. Locations such as Antarctica, Africa, and the famous Manikarnika Ghat are shown in a dramatic manner.

The teaser ends with a strong visual of Mahesh Babu riding a bull while holding a trishul, hinting at a powerful and mythical storyline. With its unique concept, global scale, and star cast, Varanasi is expected to be a landmark film in Indian cinema when it releases in 2027.