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Priyanka Chopra is currently in Hyderabad for the shoot of Varanasi. This time, her husband Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas also accompanied
her to India. The work tour-cum family vacation seems to be going great, with the couple balancing professional and personal commitments. During their stay in Hyderabad, Priyanka and Nick enjoyed a movie night with Mahesh Babu, who is her co-star in Varanasi. A picture of the trio went viral online. It also hinted at a special announcement on the seventh, but the month was not revealed.
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas watch movie with Mahesh Babu
In the picture, Priyanka and Nick posed with Mahesh Babu. They were clicked at Asian Mahesh Babu Cinemas or AMB Cinemas in Hyderabad. The theatre chain is co-owned by the Telugu actor. It seems the makers of Varanasi are planning a big reveal or event in Hyderabad. An official tweet from AMB Cinemas read, “A truly star studded evening at AMB Cinemas. The Globe Trotter Superstar @urstrulyMahesh, Desi Girl Mandakini @priyankachopra and @nickjonas graced us with their presence for a memorable movie night. It was a pleasure hosting you all. See you again soon (7 number icon).”
Priyanka Chopra on her Varanasi character
Priyanka returns to Indian cinema with Varanasi. On Jonas Brothers' podcast, the actress spoke about working on the adventure film for about 14 months and revealed her reaction on receiving a call from director SS Rajamouli. "He called me for this movie and it's this epic adventure around the world and in time. It has taken a minute but I am so excited about it," she said.
Priyanka expressed her excitement for the world to watch her perform slow-motion sequences in Varanasi. "I do so many amazing slow-motion jumps in it and that's all I can say about it," she added.
What is Varanasi about?
Varanasi is set after an asteroid named Shambhavi strikes Earth, unleashing global environmental and ecological disaster. The film follows a Shiva devotee and divine warrior named Rudhra, who is sent on a mission across continents and centuries to track down a lost cosmic artefact. Amid this, Rudhra learns that the mastermind is a wealthy, calculating antagonist named Kumbha, who wants global domination. Mandakini reportedly helps him travel to mythological eras and understand past events.
Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the antagonist in Varanasi. The action-adventure movie will release in theatres on April 7, 2027. It is said to be the most expensive Indian film ever made. The budget is estimated to be between Rs 1,200 crore and Rs 1,400 crore.
