Mahesh Babu Enjoys Family Vacation in France Amid Varanasi Shoot
Mahesh Babu pauses the shoot of S.S. Rajamouli's epic "Varanasi" for a family vacation in France. The ambitious film, featuring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is set for April 2027…
Dumtika Editorial
June 24, 2026 · 1 min read

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Superstar Mahesh Babu, currently the talk of Tollywood with his much-awaited collaboration with director S.S. Rajamouli, has taken a well-deserved pause from the intense filming of "Varanasi" to holiday in France with his family. This brief escape comes after an extensive shooting schedule where Mahesh was deeply involved in pivotal scenes for the globe-trotting adventure drama.
Mahesh Babu, known for his consistent box office successes, has been spending long hours on the elaborate sets of "Varanasi", a film that promises to redefine scale in Indian cinema. The production, led by K.L. Narayana, recently completed a major schedule on a lavishly recreated set of the spiritual city Varanasi, constructed specifically for the film due to logistical challenges of shooting on location. The story reportedly traverses multiple continents and eras, with portions already filmed in Kenya and plans to capture stunning visuals in Antarctica, underscoring Rajamouli's grand vision.
Joining Mahesh Babu are acclaimed actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, making this film one of the most anticipated pan-Indian projects. The ambitious scope and international locales have sparked significant excitement among fans on social media, who are closely following every update.
Once his France sojourn wraps up, Mahesh Babu is set to rejoin the "Varanasi" team for the upcoming schedule. The film is slated for a theatrical release on April 7th, 2027, and fans can look forward to more thrilling updates as the shoot progresses.


