Varanasi, a film that has been on the cards for a long time, and Mahesh Babu’s new movie with Rajamouli, are raising the whole expectations sky-high. Varanasi is not only one of the most anticipated films in India but is also considered as Indian cinema’s big push to the world since it is being done in IMAX format entirely.

The movie has Priyanka Chopra as the leading lady and the principal role goes to Prithviraj Sukumaran from Malayalam industry. The music is composed by none other than M.M. Keeravani, and the story has been created by none other than industry veteran Vijayendra Prasad. The movie is a combined effort of Dr. K.L. Narayana and S.S. Karthikeya who are producing it under their respective Durga Arts and Showing Business banners.

The anticipation around Varanasi went through the roof when Globe Trotter event was held at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. The initial glimpse of Mahesh Babu along with the special preview named Varanasi Parva got an enormous reception. The visuals that mixed mythology, adventure, and emotion were a proof of Rajamouli’s storytelling ability and his exceptional production values. The preview had already gained millions of views on social media and the hype went up so high that the foreign audience noticed it too.

Currently, the date of the movie’s release is the most discussed subject in the industry and social networks. There’s been a lot of speculation, both in industry circles and on social media, that the producers are planning a very huge global premiere on April 9, 2027, supposedly to take advantage of the Sri Rama Navami festival and a long weekend. This news has further thrilled the fans, but the crew is still silent on the matter of release date.

Besides the ongoing debate, it has been revealed that Varanasi is to be a huge worldwide launch in approximately 120 territories, with an ambitious goal of reaching 100 crores in terms of audience and setting new records in box office collections.

Meanwhile, another major talking point is the casting of Mahesh Babu’s father’s role in the film. Prakash Raj, the legendary actor, has reportedly been selected after several look tests, as per the strongest rumors in the industry. However, the news is not yet official; still, it is said that he has been on the set for some time and that important scenes are being shot.

Every fresh piece of news makes Varanasi more and more promising and it is already considered a candidate for the next great film, both in the Indian and world cinema.