More clarity has emerged regarding the characters being played by Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra in Varanasi. The epic globetrotting action-adventure film with strong sci-fi, mythic, and historical thriller elements casts them in rare roles.
Mahesh's Rudhra is a "rugged archaeologist and explorer". On the other hand, Priyanka's Mandakini is a “fierce historian and skilled marksman".
Prithviraj Sukumaran plays a tech-genius villain. True to his style, SS Rajamouli is yet again pitching a great villain against an extraordinary hero. If anything, his antagonist is going to be the most powerful and malevolent since Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Many felt that RRR didn't have a memorable villain character.
Varanasi's story unfolds in India, Africa, Antarctica, and Europe. A couple of scenes unfold even in Ancient Rome.
The high-tech sci-fi thriller, co-starring Prakash Raj and others, will head to theatres on 7 April 2027. About 80% of its production is complete.
