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Mahesh Babu's Mythic Transformation: 'Varanasi' Poster Unveiled
15 Nov
Summary
- Director SS Rajamouli unveils Mahesh Babu's poster for 'Varanasi'
- Mahesh Babu to play character named Rudhra, wielding a trishul on a charging bull
- Priyanka Chopra's action-packed role as Mandakini confirmed
On November 15, 2025, director SS Rajamouli unveiled the poster for his highly anticipated film 'Varanasi' at a grand 'GlobeTrotter' event. The poster reveals Mahesh Babu in the lead role, playing the character of Rudhra, a mythic figure wielding a trishul while riding a charging bull. This visual teaser hints at the film's sweeping, larger-than-life scope, blending mythology, adventure, and science fiction.
Alongside the poster reveal, Rajamouli also confirmed that Priyanka Chopra will be making a grand return to Indian cinema with an action-packed role as Mandakini in the film. The director expressed his excitement for the world to witness Chopra's "myriad shades" in this character.
The title teaser for 'Varanasi' has further captivated audiences by hinting at a narrative that spans multiple time periods and geographical borders. Rajamouli, known for his grand vision and scale, has reportedly set a budget of over Rs 1000 crore for this ambitious project, making it one of the most expensive Indian films to date.
