The anticipation around the most awaited Telugu film Varanasi, directed by acclaimed filmmaker S S Rajamouli and starring superstar Mahesh Babu, has reached a fever pitch.
According to a report in the Times of India, the makers are planning a grand worldwide theatrical release on April 9, 2027, coinciding with the festival of Sri Rama Navami, although an official confirmation is still awaited.
Touted as a spectacular global cinematic experience, Varanasi is being produced on a massive scale with one of the biggest budgets in Indian cinema history.
The project promises high-octane action, breathtaking visuals and a star-studded cast that also includes international icon Priyanka Chopra and acclaimed actor Prithviraj Sukumaran.
The film marks the first collaboration between Mahesh Babu and Rajamouli, two of the most influential figures in Indian cinema.
With a storyline rooted in mythology, time and adventure, Varanasi is shaping up to be an epic spectacle designed to appeal to audiences across India and around the world.
Fans have already embraced the project’s early glimpses and promotional material, setting expectations high for its eventual release.
Industry insiders suggest that scheduling the release during Sri Rama Navami - a major festive period - could give the film a box office advantage and help it draw crowds to theaters throughout the holiday season.
If officially locked, the April 9 date would position Varanasi among the biggest cinematic launches of 2027.
Beyond its star power and festival timing, Varanasi is also notable for its technical ambitions.
The film has been shot in IMAX format, with music by Academy Award-winning composer M M Keeravani, and promises to set new benchmarks in visual storytelling.
With multilingual releases planned, the makers are aiming to turn Varanasi into a truly global event, pushing Indian cinema into new frontiers.
As fans countdown to the tentative April 9, 2027 release, excitement continues to build with every update - from teasers and trailer drops to glimpses of behind-the-scenes moments shared by the cast and crew.