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Varanasi Movie SS Rajamouli Mahesh Babu: Release Date, Cast, Teaser, Plot & Everything We Know
Varanasi movie (SSMB29) official title reveal: Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj villain. 2027 release, ₹1000 crore budget epic adventure. Full teaser breakdown & latest news.
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Aditi Malhotra
November 21, 2025•3 min read
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# Varanasi Movie SS Rajamouli Mahesh Babu: Release Date, Cast, Teaser, Plot & Everything We Know 2025
The biggest news in Indian cinema right now — SS Rajamouli has finally unveiled the official title of his long-awaited Mahesh Babu film: **Varanasi**.
Previously known as SSMB29 and GlobeTrotter, the film was launched with a spectacular event in Hyderabad on November 15, 2025, attended by Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Prithviraj Sukumaran and thousands of fans.
The first glimpse teaser has exploded online, crossing 50 million views in just days, and searches for “Varanasi movie”, “Varanasi SS Rajamouli release date” and “Mahesh Babu Rajamouli movie” have skyrocketed.
### Varanasi Movie Release Date Confirmed
Varanasi is scheduled for a massive worldwide release in **summer 2027** (most likely April–June window, with some reports pointing to Sankrani or March 25).
This gives Rajamouli two full years of post-production — exactly what he needs for the film’s groundbreaking VFX and IMAX presentation.
### Cast: The Ultimate Pan-India Star Power
- **Mahesh Babu** as Rudhra (lead hero – fierce warrior look with trishul)
- **Priyanka Chopra Jonas** as Mandakini (female lead – her big Indian cinema comeback)
- **Prithviraj Sukumaran** as Kumbha (main antagonist)
- More international actors expected (rumoured Hollywood cameos)
### Plot & Story: Time-Travel Epic with Hindu Mythology
Rajamouli has described Varanasi as his most ambitious film ever — a globe-trotting adventure that spans thousands of years.
Official synopsis: A Shiva devotee (Mahesh Babu) is sent on a mysterious mission to find an ancient cosmic artifact. As he travels through history uncovering clues, he discovers the one who assigned the quest is an evil mastermind seeking world control.
Key elements revealed:
- Time-travel across eras (ancient temples to modern day)
- Inspired by Ramayana episodes
- Massive IMAX action sequences
- One 30-minute “Vishwaroopam” sequence Rajamouli calls divine
### Budget: The Most Expensive Indian Film Ever
₹1000–1200 crore (approximately $140 million) — bigger than RRR and Baahubali combined.
Both Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu are on profit-sharing model (40% revenue share) instead of fixed salary — showing complete confidence in the project.
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### Teaser Breakdown: Every Viral Moment Explained
The 4-minute first glimpse is pure goosebumps:
- Mahesh Babu riding a bull with blood-soaked shirt and trishul
- Ancient Varanasi ghats mixed with cosmic events
- Priyanka Chopra in mysterious avatar
- Prithviraj as terrifying villain
- MM Keeravani’s thundering background score
Fans are calling it “RRR on steroids” and “Baahubali meets Indiana Jones with Hindu mythology”.
### Why Varanasi is Already Breaking the Internet
- First Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu collaboration
- Priyanka Chopra’s return to Indian cinema after 6 years
- Prithviraj as pan-India villain
- Shot in real locations: Hyderabad, Tanzania, Kenya, Odisha
- First Indian film fully designed for IMAX from day one
### Latest Updates (November 21, 2025)
- Title controversy: A small producer claims rights to “Vaaranasi” spelling — expected to be resolved soon
- Shooting ongoing — major schedule just wrapped in Africa
- Mahesh Babu bulked up 15 kg for Rudhra role
- MM Keeravani composing career-best album
Varanasi is not just a film — it’s Indian cinema’s next global event after RRR.
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