SS Rajamouli Nears Completion of 'Varanasi' With Just 10 Days Left
SS Rajamouli reveals only 10 days of shooting remain for 'Varanasi', his fantasy epic starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, aiming for an April 2027 release.
Dumtika Editorial
October 20, 2026 · 1 min read
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Key Highlights
- SS Rajamouli confirms only 10 days of filming left for 'Varanasi'.
- The film blends six to seven storylines into a single narrative.
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Prakash Raj play key roles.
- 'Varanasi' is set for a global release on April 7, 2027.
SS Rajamouli, the acclaimed director behind 'RRR', has announced that his ambitious film 'Varanasi' is just 10 days away from completing its shoot. Speaking in Brazil at the 50th São Paulo International Film Festival, where he received the Leon Cakoff Award, Rajamouli shared updates about the project during an interview with Brazilian film portal Oxente Pipoca.
Rajamouli described 'Varanasi' as a unique cinematic challenge, stating, "Bringing them all together into a single film was our biggest challenge," referring to the film's blend of six to seven storylines. He clarified that while the film might appear to have sci-fi elements, it is in fact a fantasy with mythological undertones. The story centers on a fractured father-son relationship that finds healing, and also explores a meaningful connection between a young man and a woman.
The cast features Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Prakash Raj in key roles. The film is being produced by KL Narayana and SS Karthikeya, with music composed by MM Keeravaani. Rajamouli also confirmed that 'Varanasi' will be released in Brazil, expanding its international reach.
The shoot is scheduled to wrap up by the end of this month, and the team is targeting an April 7, 2027 release date. With anticipation building, fans are eager to see how Rajamouli's vision unfolds in this mythological fantasy.
