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First Look at S.S. Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ New Globetrotter IMAX Movie

by Alex Billington
November 15, 2025
Source: YouTube

“On the rise To the world.” This is going to be massive! At a special presentation in the city of Hyderabad, India, beloved Indian filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli revealed a vivid first look his next new movie – officially titled Varanasi. The project had originally been known by its codename Globetrotter, before the final reveal at this major event featuring largest outdoor projection screen in India to hint at it being made for IMAX. Along with the name, Rajamouli debuted this 3 min first look promo. There is one shot real of mega famous Telugu actor Mahesh Babu riding a bull, carrying a trident for a weapon. The rest of it is just epic concept art. Plot details are sparse so far, however Babu’s character Rudhra been described as an “Indiana Jones-style archeologist on a globetrotting search for ancient artifacts.” This trailer reveals a grand “time-travel adventure” inspired by Hindu mythology – and the title is a reference to an actual city important to Hinduism. “It is a once-in-a-lifetime project,” Babu stated. “I will make everyone proud.” The cast includes Priyanka Chopra Jonas along with Prithviraj Sukumaran as the main villain sitting a wheelchair with Doc-Ock robo arms. The rest we’ll have to wait and see when it hits theaters in 2027. View the teaser below.

Here’s the first look reveal (+ poster) for S.S. Rajamouli’s new movie Varanasi, direct from YouTube:

Varanasi First Look Promo

Varanasi First Look Poster

“On the rise To the world.” Presenting Mahesh Babu as Rudhra in Varanasi, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Mandakini. A visually rich time-travel adventure that draws parts of its story from Hindu mythology. The film borrows its title from the Indian city considered Hinduism’s spiritual heart. Varanasi, also known as Globetrotter and/or Timetrotter, is directed by acclaimed Indian writer / filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, director of films including Simhadri, Challenge, Chatrapathi, Vikramarkudu, Thief of Yama, Magadheera, Maryada Ramanna, Eega, Baahubali: The Beginning & Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (also as Baahubali: The Epic), and the Oscar-winning global hit RRR previously. The screenplay is written by S.S. Rajamouli & Vijayendra Prasad. Produced by KL Narayana and SS Karthikeya. In production in Tollywood in India, being made for IMAX. Featuring music by M. M. Keeravaani. Made by Sri Durga Arts – the expected release for Rajamouli’s Varanasi is in theaters in 2027. Stay tuned for more updates. First impression? Who’s down?

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“RRR” director S.S. Rajamouli has unveiled the first look of Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Mandakini in his upcoming globe-trotting adventure film.

The film is described as “an original action-adventure epic following heroes on a series of perilous missions around the world.”

Ever since the global smash hit “RRR” claimed the Oscar for best original song and recalibrated Indian cinema’s global ambition, Rajamouli has set his sights higher. The film unites the director with Telugu cinema superstar Mahesh Babu and welcomes international star Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Malayalam powerhouse Prithviraj Sukumaran.

The title of the film will be revealed at a fan event in Hyderabad this weekend.

Rajamouli’s earlier two-part “Baahubali” saga, re-edited as “Baahubali: The Epic,” landed this year as a single film.

Jonas returns to Indian cinema with a splash with Rajamouli’s film, portraying the enigmatic Mandakini’ in a first look that sees her in a mustard saree, pistol in hand, balanced on a cliff edge. Her recent credits include her Prime Video film “Heads of State” (2025), alongside Idris Elba and John Cena, and her short-film contribution to the Oscar-nominated “Anuja.”

Telugu cinema superstar Mahesh Babu is working with Rajamouli for what is billed as his 29th film (hence the working title SSMB 29). His recent release, “Guntur Kaaram” (2024) was a box office success and now he’s stepping into a much larger, globe-spanning canvas.

Originating from Malayalam cinema, Prithviraj Sukumaran is now a pan-India star with film like “Salaar” and the “Lucifer” franchise. Already known for intense roles across systems, his participation signals the project’s ambition to blend South Indian star power into a unified global offering.