'Varanasi' release date: Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli's film eyes a grand festival release on THIS date

The much-awaited project of top stars Mahesh Babu and director SS Rajamouli is currently making news once again for the buzz around its theatrical release date. Titled ‘Varanasi,’ the project was known to be released in 2027, but latest reports suggest that the film’s makers are eyeing a 9 April 2027 date for a worldwide release. Though the official announcement is still awaited, the date has triggered immense enthusiasm among fans and trade circles alike, as it is assumed that their release is timed to coincide with the celebrations for Sri Rama Navami, which only adds to the film's essence.

A grand global theatrical launch

A report by 123Telugu suggests that locking April 9 gives the creative team a head start; positioning ‘Varanasi’ among the year’s biggest summer releases in 2027. Rajamouli has a knack for turning release dates into events, so expectations are already building that this one will break records at the box office in all territories. Countdowns are already happening, and the fans are waiting for the usual film announcements regarding the teaser, trailer, and music launch. Mahesh Babu and Rajamouli’s first collaboration delivers a movie experience, increasing anticipation about its promotion.

Massive budget and star-studded cast

With a gigantic estimated budget of ₹1300 crores, ‘Varanasi’ is a global scale action-drama film. The film also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran alongside Mahesh Babu, making it one of the most anticipated Indian films in recent years. The teaser released earlier showcased the movie’s scale and said to be the same thing. Looks like April 2027 is all set to be greeted with a visual extravaganza.

'Varanasi' transforms into a landmark film

Adding to the film's grandeur, 'Varanasi' has its score composed by the Academy Award-winning MM Keeravani, and it has been written by Vijayendra Prasad. The film has been shot entirely in IMAX format and will have a multilingual release, positioning it as a worldwide phenomenon. With April 9, 2027, being the most popular date for movie releases, 'Varanasi' is destined to be an event in the world of Indian cinema.

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