The update
According to recent reports, director S.S. Rajamouli’s upcoming cinematic venture, tentatively titled *Varanasi*, is shaping up to be an ambitious global project. The narrative blends high-stakes action, fantasy elements, and time travel while spanning international settings such as Africa and Antarctica. Despite the vast scope and inclusion of natural disasters, the filmmaker has emphasized that the project is fundamentally rooted in a mythological drama rather than a conventional science-fiction story.
At the heart of this grand adventure lies a deeply emotional core centered on a father-son relationship. Actor Mahesh Babu stars as the protagonist, Rudhra, alongside Prakash Raj, who portrays his father. The storyline weaves through various eras and features direct ties to the Ramayana, with Mahesh Babu reportedly stepping into the role of Lord Rama for a significant sequence. The star-studded cast also includes Priyanka Chopra as the female lead and Prithviraj Sukumaran taking on the villainous role.
