More about Varanasi
Varanasi is an upcoming epic adventure drama film starring Mahesh Babu in the lead role. Directed by SS Rajamouli, the film features the superstar as a globe-trotting, time-traveling adventurer named Rudra, who was introduced through a concept video featuring extensive CGI visuals.
Reports also suggest that Mahesh will portray the role of Lord Rama from Hindu mythology as part of the film’s time-traveling elements. The makers unveiled the first-look posters of Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Priyanka will play the role of a femme fatale named Mandakini, while Prithviraj will portray the main antagonist, Kumbha. While more details about the Salaar actor’s character are kept under wraps, he will be seen as a vicious supervillain, with the first look having him in a futuristic wheelchair. While the main cast has been announced, the makers have yet to reveal the names of the supporting actors who will appear in Varanasi.