The team behind Varanasi—S.S. Rajamouli at the helm, with Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran leading the cast—just dropped some new behind-the-scenes stories and hints about their 2027 epic. If you’re into mythology, action, or just want to know what it’s like on a Rajamouli set, there’s plenty to chew on.
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Mahesh Babu, who plays Rudra, didn’t mess around when it came to prep. He threw himself into months of Kalari training, not just to look the part but to move like a mythological Lord Ram. He even worked with a track team to nail the running style Rajamouli wanted—every detail mattered to him.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas brought her own energy to the set. She admitted her only real demand before signing on was a chance to dance. Turns out, Mahesh Babu ended up dancing too, and she got her wish in more ways than one.
Rajamouli, never shy about sharing his vision, talked about Varanasi’s story pulling from ancient Indian mythology and pushing the usual boundaries. He’s taken inspiration from the Ramayana, especially the father-son dynamics, and is aiming for action scenes packed with cultural depth.
The setting dives deep into mythology, mixing fantasy, adventure, and historical legend. The cast says the film breaks genre lines, pulling all these threads into one big, ambitious story.
Prithviraj Sukumaran, the main villain, remembered some tough days on set—think demanding body movements and tricky effects work. But even with all that, the cast found ways to have fun. Music on set, inside jokes, and just the energy of working together helped them get through the toughest scenes.
With a 2027 release date, Varanasi is already in promo mode, with cast interviews and global press starting up. The plot is still mostly a secret, but if you know Rajamouli’s work, you know you’re in for something huge—mythology, action, and that epic scale he does better than anyone.
