Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' to be Single Film, Not Two Parts; Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Star

• S.S. Rajamouli confirms 'Varanasi' will be a single film with an approximate 3-hour runtime, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
• The epic adventure spans thousands of years, featuring Mahesh Babu in a dual role (Rudra and Lord Rama) and Priyanka as Mandakini, with Prithviraj Sukumaran as villain Kumbha.
• The story involves time-travel, cosmic artifacts, and a Shiva devotee's mission, with scenes inspired by the Ramayana, journeying from Varanasi to Antarctica and Africa.
• Shooting involved challenging sequences with wild animals in Maasai Mara, Kenya, emphasizing real locations and practical effects alongside extensive VFX.
• Produced by Sri Durga Arts, the film is set for an April 7, 2027 release in Dolby Cinema, aiming to elevate Indian cinema globally.