VARANASI — SS Rajamouli's Global Event Film

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Global Theatrical Release April 7, 2027 120+ Countries From the makers of Oscar-winning RRR

VARANASI — key art: an ancient cave temple guardian above the jungles of Varanasi

Film Synopsis

A high-tech saga across the world

In the year 2027, the world faces an existential crisis as a massive asteroid named Shambhavi is on a direct collision course with the holy city of Varanasi. A rugged archaeologist and explorer, Rudhra (Mahesh Babu), is recruited for a high-stakes, globetrotting mission to recover an ancient cosmic artifact — joined by Mandakini (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), a fierce historian and skilled marksman.

Their quest becomes a high-tech sci-fi thriller racing across the jungles of Africa, the icy wastes of Antarctica and the landscapes of Europe — pursued by the tech-genius villain Kumbha (Prithviraj Sukumaran). The key to stopping a future catastrophe lies hidden within the city's mythical past.

$135MProduction Budget

120+Countries Worldwide

245M+Combined Cast Reach

2.5BLaunch Impressions

180 minRuntime · IMAX 1.43:1

Cast & Crew

A once-in-a-generation ensemble

S. S. RajamouliDirector

Mahesh Babuas Rudhra

Priyanka Chopraas Mandakini

Prithviraj Sukumaranas Kumbha

M. M. KeeravaniMusic

The Visionary

S. S. Rajamouli — architect of the unbeaten streak

The mastermind who redefined Indian cinema on the world stage. From the legendary Baahubali franchise to the Oscar-winning RRR, Rajamouli has turned every film into a global cultural event with record-breaking box office.

₹1,300 Cr+

RRR

₹1,810 Cr+

Baahubali 2

₹650 Cr+

Baahubali: The Beginning

₹125 Cr+

Eega

From the Makers Of

A record of global blockbusters

₹1,300 Cr+RRR · 2022

₹1,810 Cr+Baahubali 2 · 2017

₹650 Cr+Baahubali · 2015

₹125 Cr+Eega · 2012

Past Success · Global Reach

RRR: the global breakout

The first Indian feature to win both an Oscar® (Best Original Song) and a Golden Globe® — proof of the global appetite for Rajamouli's cinema.

The team that made history

"Naatu Naatu" became the first Indian song to win an Academy Award® and a Golden Globe® — the same creative force behind that moment now brings VARANASI to a global audience.