Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Mahesh Babu Trains in Kalaripayattu for Rajamouli's Varanasi
Mahesh Babu, a famous actor, is learning Kalaripayattu, an ancient Indian martial art, for his new movie 'Varanasi'.
The movie is directed by S.S. Rajamouli, who is known for making big, exciting films like Baahubali and RRR.
Mahesh Babu's character, Rudhra, will be very different from his previous roles and will include action and mythological elements.
The movie has a huge budget of Rs 1300 crore and is set to release in 2027.
Mahesh Babu's trainer, Hari Krish Kakani, is very proud to teach him this traditional martial art.
The film also stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Mahesh Babu is training in Kalaripayattu for his role in S.S. Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi'.
Kalaripayattu is an ancient Indian martial art originating in Kerala, involving physical and spiritual training.
The film has a budget of Rs 1300 crore and is set to release during Sankranti 2027.
Mahesh Babu's character, Rudhra, is depicted with mythological elements, including a trishul and a bull.
The movie features a star-studded cast including Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
- Who
- Mahesh Babu, S.S. Rajamouli, Hari Krish Kakani
- What
- Mahesh Babu is training in Kalaripayattu for the film 'Varanasi'
- When
- Training is ongoing; film release targeted for Sankranti 2027
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To prepare for his role in the upcoming film 'Varanasi'
- Actor
- Mahesh Babu
- Director
- S.S. Rajamouli
- Martial Art
- Kalaripayattu
- Film Title
- Varanasi
- Budget
- Rs 1300 crore
- Release Date
- Sankranti 2027
- Trainer
- Hari Krish Kakani
