Varanasi: SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu Pen Heartfelt Notes Thanking Fans; Priyanka Expresses Gratitude In Special Post

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Babu’s fans had been eagerly anticipating an update on his highly anticipated collaboration with SS Rajamouli, and the excitement finally peaked when the film’s title was announced as Varanasi during the grand Globe Trotter event at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad. A day after the event was successfully concluded, SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra have expressed gratitude to fans for their love.

SS Rajamouli, Priyanka Chopra, Mahesh Babu thank fans

Taking to X (Formerly known as Twitter), SS Rajamouli wrote, "THANK YOU EVERYONE for all the love, accolades and applause for the #Varanasi Announcement Video. Our whole @VaranasiMovie team is grateful to all of you. "

ALSO READ: SS Rajamouli Furious Over Leaked Varanasi Trailer Video: People Worked Day And Night For ThisOn the other hand, Mahesh Babu also expressed gratitude in a heartfelt post and added, "Taking in every bit of the love and energy… Here’s our @VaranasiMovie to the world. Thank you to my fans, media and everyone who came from far and showered the team with so much affection… See you all again very soon… #Varanasi."

Priyanka Chopra, who plays the role of Mandakini in the film also penned a special note. She wrote, "Just a glimpse.. yet so much more. #Varanasi. Thank you for all the love towards our movie and towards us. With gratitude."

About Varanasi

The announcement video for the film teases an epic storyline that spans continents and centuries. It opens with an asteroid hurtling toward Earth, with fragments striking locations such as Varanasi, Antarctica, and Africa. The visuals hint at mythological undertones, suggesting a deep connection to the Ramayana. The teaser culminates in a striking shot of Mahesh Babu, introduced as Rudhra, drenched in blood, wielding a trishul, and riding a bull, with temple structures rising dramatically in the background.The makers have also unveiled the first looks of Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha and Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, further amplifying anticipation. Varanasi is being touted as a massive cinematic spectacle and is expected to hit theatres in 2027.