SS Rajamouli starrer offers an exciting production update on his much-awaited action-adventure ‘Varanasi’ Priyanka Chopra And Mahesh Babu The filmmaker in the lead has confirmed that the movie has crossed a major milestone, with its elaborate IMAX action sequences now successfully completed. The announcement comes as anticipation builds around the ambitious project, which is slated to hit theaters worldwide on April 7, 2027.Speaking to Variety India about the film’s progress, Rajamouli assured fans that the production remains firmly on schedule and has now entered the final stretch.
The IMAX action block is complete
The ace director revealed that the biggest and most technically demanding parts of the film are already behind the team. After wrapping up the big action episodes, the focus now shifts to filming the scenes that connect the narrative.“We’ve wrapped up a major chunk of the shoot, with all the important big action sequences done.” He also shared, “We’re going to be doing short, interconnected scenes now so hopefully, by September, maybe a little bit by October, we should be done shooting.”According to Rajamouli, only the dramatic parts from the Varanasi schedule are left to be shot before the principal photography is completed.Rajamouli insisted that the film is progressing right on schedule, dismissing any concerns about delays. His latest update indicates that the team is set to complete the shoot within the expected timeline before moving into the post-production phase.The director’s statement also assured fans to eagerly await the ambitious project, with its theatrical release locked for April 7, 2027.
A visual spectacle made for the IMAX experience
Mounted on a grand scale, ‘Varanasi’ is designed to be an immersive cinematic experience, with several key sequences created specifically for the IMAX screen. The recently concluded action sequences are expected to be among the biggest highlights of the film, promising audiences a great visual experience.With the high-intensity action segments now wrapped up, the makers will focus on shooting the remaining emotional and story-driven scenes that complete the narrative.
The star-studded cast supports Rajamouli’s ambitious vision
Apart from Mahesh Babu, the film also stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. MM Kiravani, who has reunited with Rajamouli, is composing the music for the ambitious mythological time-travel adventure.As the shoot enters its final stages, ‘Varanasi’ continues to rank among the most eagerly awaited Indian films, with audiences waiting for Rajamouli’s next cinematic venture after the global success of ‘RRR’.
