The producer of the highly anticipated film ‘Varanasi’, S. S. Karthikeya, has revealed details about constructing the sets for the S. S. Rajamouli epic. The movie features stars like Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, and it garnered international attention at Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026.
S. S. Karthikeya, present at the event, emphasized the significance of Varanasi in the film, stating that the story unfolds entirely in this spiritual city known for its historical and cultural richness. To bring Rajamouli’s vision to life, the production team meticulously recreated the Varanasi Ghats, ensuring the director’s breathtaking sequences were authentically portrayed.
The film has already teased audiences with Mahesh Babu’s impactful portrayal as Rudhra, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s intense character Kumbha, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s powerful role as Mandakini. The buzz surrounding these reveals has heightened expectations for the grand cinematic spectacle, scheduled for a massive theatrical release on April 7, 2027. This project marks Rajamouli’s follow-up to the award-winning ‘RRR’.
