Varanasi's release date goes viral: Here's when SS Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu film will hit the screens
Varanasi is all set for a release in the summer of 2027. Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran play lead roles in this adventure thriller
Varanasi release date is out
Last Updated: 05.24 PM, Jan 29, 2026
Whatever SS Rajamouli does is always special, and all eyes are now firmly fixed on his biggest project yet, Varanasi, which features Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles.
What is the release date of SS Rajamouli's Varanasi?
By now, it is a well-known fact that this high-budget adventure thriller is slated for a summer 2027 release. However, the latest update doing the rounds is that the makers have reportedly locked April 7, 2027, as the film’s release date.
Interestingly, this news has grabbed headlines even though the makers have yet to make any official announcement. Going into details, a few hoardings of the film were recently spotted in the bylanes of Varanasi, clearly mentioning April 7, 2027, as the release date.
Ever since the images went viral on social media, fans have been sharing them widely, adding to the growing buzz. Some time back, we at OTTplay have already revealed that April 9, 2027, was locked as the release date. According to sources close to the unit, this new date of April 7 is more or less confirmed and will be officially announced at the right time.
Varanasi's release date becomes a topic of discusion
That said, knowing Rajamouli’s working style, nothing is locked just yet. The ace director is known for taking his own time, especially during post-production, and none of his previous films have released exactly on their initially planned dates. Given the scale of Varanasi, it is expected to undergo extensive post-production work, making delays a real possibility.
Varanasi's teaser creates a sensation
A few months ago, the makers unveiled a small teaser related to the film’s theme at a grand event in Hyderabad, and that glimpse alone created a sensation. Mahesh Babu’s fans, in particular, are eagerly waiting to see how Rajamouli presents the superstar in what is being touted as his most ambitious role to date.
What is the latest shoot update of Mahesh Babu's Varanasi?
Meanwhile, the latest update from the sets is that a fresh shooting schedule kicked off today in Hyderabad. Priyanka Chopra Jonas has also joined the shoot, and several talkie portions featuring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka are currently being filmed. Oscar-winner MM Keeravani is composing the music for this action-packed spectacle, which is being backed by Rajamouli’s son, SS Karthikeya.
Very soon, the team is expected to head to Kenya for an extensive and action-heavy schedule. For now, the rumored release date has created massive excitement, and it remains to be seen when the makers will make things official. Stay tuned for more updates.
Varanasi FAQs
Q. When will Mahesh Babu's Varanasi release?
A. As per the update, Varanasi will hit the screens on April 7, 2026
Q. Where to stream Mahesh Babu's Varanasi?
A. Though there is a massive demand, the film is yet to lock its OTT platform
Q. What is Varanasai all about?
A. The film is an adventure thriller about Lord Ram, told in a modern and action-packed avatar