S.S. Rajamouli’s upcoming magnum opus, ‘Varanasi’, is poised for a major international spotlight at Comic Con Experience (CCXP) Mexico 2026. Featuring a powerhouse cast including Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film will be the focus of an exclusive panel on April 24 at the prestigious Thunder Stage.

During the event, producer S.S. Karthikeya will host a segment titled ‘Varanasi to the World’, offering fans an inside look at the production. The presentation is set to include:

  • An exclusive video address from S.S. Rajamouli.

  • Previously unreleased behind-the-scenes footage.

  • A live Q&A session, allowing the audience to engage directly with the creative team.

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The film has already ignited a social media firestorm with the reveal of its lead characters: Mahesh Babu’s formidable Rudhra, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s intense Kumbha, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s authoritative Mandakini.

This global momentum follows a triumphant debut at Europe’s largest cinema, Le Grand Rex, where a first glimpse of the film received a raucous standing ovation. As the buzz transitions from the Trailer Festival to the halls of CCXP Mexico, anticipation for this cinematic event has reached an all-time high. ‘Varanasi’ is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027. (IANS)