As soon as the Grand #GlobeTrotter event was announced, fans were eagerly anticipating India’s biggest cinematic announcement ever. And finally, this mega event held at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad proved the wait worth it. Amidst the spectacular set-up, huge crowds, and explosive performances, audiences witnessed a spectacle that will be remembered for a long time in the history of Indian entertainment.
The biggest highlight of the event was the official title announcement of SS Rajamouli’s highly anticipated global project. The Mahesh Babu starrer is titled ‘Varanasi’.
A short video (teaser) was also shown on a grand 130-foot screen, adding to the excitement. The film’s release date was also revealed. ‘Varanasi’ will hit theaters on Sankranti 2027.
The event also featured the first look at Prithviraj Sukumaran’s “Kumbha” avatar and Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s powerful “Mandakini” look. These reveals set social media ablaze, with videos and photos going viral within hours, and audience curiosity growing exponentially.
Directed by SS Rajamouli, the event wasn’t just a launch, but a visual extravaganza. An estimated 50,000-plus fans attended, making it one of India’s largest live fan events. Mahesh Babu’s massive fan base and Rajamouli’s vision made this announcement a once-in-a-generation moment. Rajamouli has already brought global recognition to Indian films. Now, his project with Mahesh Babu, “Varanasi,” is said to be bigger, grander, and offer an international experience beyond audience expectations.