Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Varanasi Title Dispute Resolved
There was a big argument over who could use the name 'Varanasi' for a movie.
A director named Subba Reddy had registered the name first, but then he let another team use it because they are making a huge movie with a famous actor named Mahesh Babu.
The movie is directed by S.S. Rajamouli and costs a lot of money.
Everyone is happy now because the argument is over, and the movie can be made without any problems.
The title dispute for the film 'Varanasi' has been resolved.
Director C.H. Subba Reddy transferred the title to producer K.L. Narayana.
Subba Reddy voluntarily relinquished the title to support the ambitious project starring Mahesh Babu.
The title was originally registered by Subba Reddy and renewed for the period from June 24, 2025, to July 23, 2026.
The resolution allows the Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu project to proceed without legal complications.
- Who
- C.H. Subba Reddy, S.S. Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu, K.L. Narayana
- What
- Resolution of the title dispute for the film 'Varanasi'
- When
- Recently, with the title registered from June 24, 2025, to July 23, 2026
- Where
- Tollywood (Telugu film industry)
- Why
- To clear legal complications and allow the film's release
Subba Reddy's Perspective
Rajamouli's Team Perspective
Title Ownership
Subba Reddy's Perspective
Subba Reddy initially registered the title and voluntarily relinquished it.
Rajamouli's Team Perspective
Rajamouli's team sought to use the title for their film.
Motivation
Subba Reddy's Perspective
Subba Reddy wanted the title to gain worldwide recognition with Mahesh Babu's involvement.
Rajamouli's Team Perspective
Rajamouli's team aimed to use the title for their ambitious project.
- Original Title Registrant
- C.H. Subba Reddy
- Title Transferred To
- K.L. Narayana
- Film Director
- S.S. Rajamouli
- Lead Actor
- Mahesh Babu
- Title Registration Period
- June 24, 2025 - July 23, 2026
- Film Budget
- ₹1,000 crore