Priyanka Chopra's Kerala Roots Revealed: Co-Stars Surprised by Kottayam Connection

• Priyanka Chopra revealed her grandmother is from Kottayam, Kerala, surprising her Varanasi co-stars Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
• The revelation came during a discussion about Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art form from Kerala.
• Mahesh Babu shared his six-month Kalaripayattu training for authentic action scenes in Varanasi, emphasizing its benefits for flexibility and discipline.
• Priyanka Chopra will star as Mandakini in Varanasi, marking her return to Indian cinema after a stint in Hollywood.
• Varanasi, featuring an intense plot and Mahesh Babu riding a bull, is set to release on April 7, 2027.