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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Sheikh Saaliq

Ambitious religious time-travel movie confirmed for 2027 release

  • Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli, known for global hits like RRR and Baahubali, has unveiled his most ambitious project, a film titled Varanasi.
  • The film, set for an IMAX release in 2027, is described as a visually rich time-travel adventure drawing elements from Hindu mythology.
  • Varanasi will feature a star-studded cast including Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
  • The announcement event in Hyderabad drew thousands of fans, where Mahesh Babu described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime project" with global aspirations.
  • Rajamouli's previous works have significantly elevated the Telugu-language film industry, known as Tollywood, onto the international stage.

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