Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Rajamouli's Varanasi Aims for Global Release
SS Rajamouli, the famous director known for Baahubali and RRR, is making a new big movie called Varanasi.
It stars Mahesh Babu and other big actors.
The movie is about a spy adventure mixed with Indian mythology and was shot in many countries.
It's expected to come out in 2027 and might compete with big Hollywood movies.
The movie has a huge budget and is being made to attract audiences worldwide.
People are excited to see how it does against Hollywood movies.
SS Rajamouli's Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, aims for a worldwide release on April 7, 2027.
The film blends Indian mythology with a global spy adventure, featuring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Produced on a budget of Rs 1,000 crore, the movie was shot in India, Africa, and Japan.
Rajamouli's global brand and the film's large-scale production aim to attract international audiences.
The film's release could clash with major Hollywood movies, setting up a significant box-office battle.
- Who
- SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Prithviraj Sukumaran
- What
- Varanasi, an action-adventure film blending Indian mythology with a global spy adventure
- When
- Reported release date: April 7, 2027
- Where
- Shot across India, Africa, and Japan; aiming for a worldwide release
- Why
- To compete with major Hollywood releases and attract international audiences
Indian Film Industry
Hollywood
Market Competition
Indian Film Industry
Rajamouli's strong global brand and large-scale production could attract international audiences.
Hollywood
Hollywood's established global presence and marketing prowess may pose significant competition.
- Director
- SS Rajamouli
- Lead Actor
- Mahesh Babu
- Budget
- Rs 1,000 crore
- Release Date
- April 7, 2027 (Reported)
- Key Locations
- India, Africa, Japan
- Music Director
- MM Keeravaani