Release Date Set for the New Film from the Director of 2022’s Wildest Action Epic

Following the unprecedented global success of RRR—a cinematic triumph that resonated worldwide and secured an Academy Award for Best Original Song—visionary director S.S. Rajamouli is preparing to unleash a project of even more staggering proportions. His upcoming feature, Varanasi, is an ambitious odyssey spanning several millennia, merging the depths of Hindu mythology with high-stakes futuristic warfare in a sprawling, globe-trotting narrative. After unveiling the title—inspired by the ancient spiritual capital on the banks of the Ganges—and debuting a riveting three-minute teaser last November, the production has finally confirmed its arrival date.

Varanasi is scheduled for its worldwide theatrical premiere on April 7, 2027.

While the finer points of the plot remain shrouded in mystery, Rajamouli has indicated that the narrative is heavily influenced by the Ramayana, the sacred Indian epic chronicling the life of Prince Rama, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. This ancient inspiration will collide with speculative sci-fi elements, as sections of the film take place in a near-future setting where humanity faces the threat of an impending asteroid collision.

The ensemble cast is led by Mahesh Babu, who takes on the dual responsibility of playing both Prince Rama and a contemporary warrior known as Rudhra. The film also marks Priyanka Chopra’s highly anticipated return to Indian cinema as Mandakini, a character whose early promotional material hints at a gritty, action-oriented role. Rounding out the primary cast is Prithviraj Sukumaran, who portrays the antagonist Kumbha—a formidable villain who commands a specialized wheelchair equipped with lethal, mechanical appendages reminiscent of Doctor Octopus.

Though much about Varanasi is still left to the imagination, the confirmation of the release date gives fans a definitive point on the horizon. For those eager to witness Rajamouli’s next grand vision, the countdown to April 7, 2027, has officially begun—leaving just 14 months of anticipation remaining.

Source: Polygon