Archive · 18 Sep 2026
Rajamouli May Skip Varanasi Trailer for Bigger Surprise
Varanasi is a new film directed by S. S. Rajamouli.
The filmmakers may decide not to release a normal trailer before the movie comes out.
They may want audiences to discover a bigger surprise in theaters.
Most of the filming is reportedly finished, but Mahesh Babu’s introduction scene remains.
The team has started recording the actors’ voices for the film.
Rajamouli has already used an unusual promotion plan for the movie.
He revealed the main actors’ first-look posters before announcing the title.
The film is planned for release on 7 April 2027.
Varanasi may skip a traditional trailer launch as part of S. S. Rajamouli’s promotional strategy.
About 98% of the film’s shoot is reportedly complete, except for Mahesh Babu’s introduction sequence.
The makers have begun dubbing sessions while post-production work continues.
Rajamouli has already unveiled lead-actor first looks before the title launch and promoted the film internationally.
Varanasi is produced by K. L. Narayana and S. S. Karthikeya on a reported Rs 1,400 crore budget and is scheduled for release on 7 April 2027.
- Who
- Director S. S. Rajamouli, lead actors Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, and producers K. L. Narayana and S. S. Karthikeya are associated with the film.
- What
- The Varanasi team may skip a conventional trailer launch and is changing the film’s promotional strategy.
- When
- The film is scheduled to release on 7 April 2027; about 98% of shooting is reportedly complete.
- Where
- The title launch was held at Ramoji Film City, while promotions are expected in India and abroad.
- Why
- Rajamouli reportedly wants to create anticipation for a larger theatrical surprise and pursue greater international recognition.
- Film
- Varanasi
- Director
- S. S. Rajamouli
- Reported production status
- About 98% of shooting is complete
- Remaining major shoot
- Mahesh Babu’s introduction sequence
- Reported budget
- Rs 1,400 crores
- Release date
- 7 April 2027
- Producers
- K. L. Narayana and S. S. Karthikeya