Mahesh Babu & Rajamouli’s Global Epic Titled Varanasi – Title, First Look & Teaser Revealed at Spectacular ‘Globe Trotter’ Event
In one of Indian cinema’s biggest unveilings of the year, Superstar Mahesh Babu and master filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli revealed the title of their magnum opus—VARANASI—at a grand “Globe Trotter” launch ceremony. Along with the title, the makers also released the striking first-look poster and an electrifying teaser titled “Varanasi to the World.”
The film is being produced by K.L. Narayana and S.S. Kartikeya under Sri Durga Arts and Showing Business. The launch event witnessed a massive turnout and featured key cast members including Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, adding to the film’s global appeal.
🔥 Mahesh Babu on Varanasi: “A Dream Project… and My Father’s Wish Fulfilled”
A deeply emotional Mahesh Babu addressed fans and media, reflecting on a promise he finally fulfilled for his late father, Superstar Krishna:
- “I followed everything my father told me… except one. He always wanted me to act in a mythological film. With Varanasi, I finally honored that wish.”
- He described the film as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, adding, “I will make my director, my fans, and my country proud.”
- Mahesh assured fans that the title announcement is only the beginning:
“Imagine what you have seen today… and multiply it. That’s what is coming.”
He thanked the audience with folded hands and urged everyone to reach home safely after the event.
🎬 Rajamouli: “I Saw Mahesh as Lord Rama… and Felt the Ground Slip Beneath Me”
Director S.S. Rajamouli opened up about the film’s emotional and spiritual depth:
- He described Varanasi as a story rooted in ancient Indian tradition, revealing that he never expected to work on a Ramayana-inspired chapter at this phase of his career.
- “During the photoshoot with Mahesh as Rama, I felt a powerful surge of emotion… I immediately made that photo my wallpaper. Then deleted it out of fear someone might see it.”
- Rajamouli called Varanasi “the most memorable film of my career so far”, praising Mahesh’s unwavering discipline on set:
“Once he steps in, he doesn’t touch his phone until we wrap.”
The film has already completed 60 days of shooting, with many intricate and challenging scenes.
🔥 Prithviraj Sukumaran: “Mahesh Babu’s Vishwaroopam Will Shock You”
Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran, who plays the primary antagonist, described his reaction when Rajamouli approached him:
- “He messaged me personally. Five minutes into the narration, I was stunned. After three hours, I realized I had heard something extraordinary.”
- “In this movie, Mahesh Babu appears in a form you have never seen before. A Vishwaroopam.”
He expressed excitement about sharing screen space with Priyanka Chopra.
✨ Priyanka Chopra: “I Will Speak Telugu Before the Film Releases”
Global icon Priyanka Chopra, who plays a key role, spoke fondly of the team:
- “Thank you Rajamouli sir for trusting me with this film. Mahesh is a wonderful human being and a phenomenal actor.”
- She also praised Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara for making Hyderabad feel like home.
- Priyanka promised,
“By the end of this shoot, I will give my speech completely in Telugu.”
🖋️ V. Vijayendra Prasad: “Mahesh’s 30-Minute Scene Left Me Speechless”
The legendary writer shared his awe after watching a cut of an extended sequence:
- “No CG, no dubbing, no music… yet Mahesh Babu’s aura in that one scene left me stunned. Audiences will feel the same.”
🎼 M.M. Keeravani: “This Time, My Beats Will Shake Theatres”
Music maestro Keeravani promised both class and mass:
- “Some say I only deliver classical melodies. But in Varanasi, the beats are mine, the energy is mine, and they will thrill Mahesh Babu’s fans.”
🎥 Producers Speak
S.S. Kartikeya
- “I thought I would need 10 more years to take on a project of this scale. But Varanasi came as a blessing. We want to push Indian cinema globally once again.”
K.L. Narayana
- “Fifteen years ago, Mahesh said ‘yes’ instantly. Rajamouli gave me his word that he would direct this film one day. Today that promise is being fulfilled.”
He also praised the cast and expressed joy working again with Keeravani, who composed for his first film.
⚡ Varanasi – A Global Epic in the Making
With a dream cast, a monumental theme, and Rajamouli’s unmatched vision, Varanasi stands poised as a cinematic landmark for Indian cinema, promising mythology, emotion, spectacle, and universal storytelling on an unprecedented scale.
