Varanasi Teaser X Reaction: Netizens Praise SS Rajamouli Film; Call It 'Proud Representation Of Indian Cinema'

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Rajamouli has once again sparked a global wave of excitement with the grand unveiling of the Varanasi first look during the Globetrotter event in Hyderabad. In front of more than 50,000 attendees, including fans, media, and international delegates, the filmmaker showcased his ambitious vision for what many believe could be India’s next major cinematic milestone. Starring Mahesh Babu in a powerful new avatar, along with Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film is set for an IMAX release on Sankranti 2027 and has already created a massive buzz online. Within moments of Rajamouli sharing the teaser on X (formerly Twitter), it began trending worldwide, with viewers praising its scale, visual depth, and daring narrative.

Varanasi grand first look

The first look reflects Rajamouli’s signature world-building finesse, opening in 512 CE with a sweeping aerial view of ancient Varanasi before jumping to 2027 CE, where an asteroid named Shambhavi threatens Earth. In true Rajamouli fashion, the story appears to transcend both geography and time, venturing from Antarctica to Africa, and even to Lanka in 72000 BCE, where audiences catch a brief but captivating glimpse of Hanuman. The moment that sent fans into a frenzy, however, is Mahesh Babu’s entry as Rudhra at Manikarnika Ghat. Riding a white bull and gripping a towering trishul, he commands the screen with a mystic ferocity that has instantly become a talking point across social media.Rajamouli shared the trailer with the caption, “Here you go… VARANASI to the WORLD…,” and the internet promptly echoed his sentiment.

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Netizens' stamp of approval to Varanasi

X users were unanimous in their praise. One fan declared, “Mark my words…. VARANASI WILL BE A PROUD REPRESENTATION OF INDIAN CINEMA TO THE GLOBAL AUDIENCE.” Another user pointed to the film’s staggering visuals, writing, “This frame alone elevates Indian Cinema by 10 folds higher..and there are only 2 guys in the whole world who could pull this off #Varanasi @urstrulyMahesh @ssrajamouli.”The excitement continued, with a cinephile adding, “#Varanasi is going to be epic, can’t wait to catch this in IMAX,” while another exclaimed, “This is PC i think !!!! Rajamouli sir, what are you cooking man?!!! Too excited 2027 is too far…can’t wait.” Amid the reactions, one curious viewer wondered aloud, “Mythology with Time travelling concept ah ??”

With its experimental storyline, breathtaking visuals, the Rajamouli–Mahesh Babu combination and PeeCee's much-awaited comeback to Indian cinema, Varanasi is already being viewed as a global blockbuster. If the teaser is any indication, Sankranti 2027 is gearing up to witness one of India’s most ambitious and globally appealing theatrical releases.