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‘Varanasi’: First Look At Priyanka Chopra In ‘RRR’ Director’s New Film
Production materials for S.S. Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi' have revealed Priyanka Chopra's involvement, with promotional stills of her character Mandakini released on her birthday. The picture spans an epic historical scope across multiple continents—from Antarctic regions to African territories and India—featuring an ensemble cast alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The film is scheduled for global theatrical release in April 2027.
This project marks Rajamouli's follow-up to 'RRR,' which achieved international success and won an Academy Award for its score. Returning composer MM Keeravani will provide the musical composition. Chopra has spoken favourably about collaborating with Rajamouli, emphasising the director's creative control on set. In parallel, she is developing a survival thriller titled 'Reset' opposite Orlando Bloom, with production set to commence in August.
In short
- Priyanka Chopra cast in S.S. Rajamouli's 'Varanasi,' releasing April 2027
- Director's latest follows Oscar-winning 'RRR'; film spans centuries and global locations
- Chopra simultaneously developing survival thriller with Orlando Bloom
Explained simply
S.S. Rajamouli is an Indian film director whose recent film 'RRR' achieved significant global success and won the Academy Award for best original score. He is now working on an ambitious new project called 'Varanasi'.
'Varanasi' is described as an epic-scale production spanning multiple continents, including Antarctica, Africa and India. The film brings together an ensemble cast that includes Mahesh Babu, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Priyanka Chopra.
Priyanka Chopra is an Indian actress known for her work in both Indian cinema and international productions. Her involvement in a Rajamouli film represents a significant collaboration given the director's track record of creating large-scale, internationally successful projects. The film is scheduled for theatrical release in April 2027.