Mahesh Babu’s Varanasi, directed by Rajamouli, is set for April 2027 release with special promotion planned in Brazil during an Eega screening.
Dumtika Editorial
March 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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Mahesh Babu’s eagerly awaited film Varanasi is generating buzz worldwide as it gears up for an April 7, 2027 release. This project marks a landmark collaboration with acclaimed director S.S. Rajamouli, whose recent successes have only heightened expectations for this mythological action drama.
Varanasi features a stellar cast with Priyanka Chopra playing Mandakini, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran and Prakash Raj, who portrays the deity Shiva. Mahesh Babu impressively takes on dual roles as Lord Ram and Rudra, adding a layer of complexity to the film’s narrative. The musical score by M.M. Keeravani adds to the grandeur, promising a captivating cinematic experience.
In a strategic move, Rajamouli plans to promote Varanasi in Brazil, coinciding with a screening of his popular film Eega in the country. This initiative aims to broaden the film’s international reach and connect with global audiences. Fans and social media users have expressed excitement over this innovative promotional approach, eager to see the film’s impact beyond Indian borders.
With the premiere just weeks away, all eyes remain on Varanasi as it continues its final stages of production. Audiences can look forward to an epic release that could set new benchmarks for Indian cinema on the world stage.