SS Rajamouli's upcoming film Varanasi is among the most awaited Indian movies of 2027, and fans are eagerly waiting for every new update. On Priyanka Chopra's birthday, the filmmaker surprised audiences by unveiling a fresh look of the actress from the film. Playing the role of Mandakini, Priyanka appears in two completely different moods, giving fans a glimpse of her powerful and layered character in the ambitious sci-fi mythological drama.
Priyanka Chopra's New Look From Varanasi Revealed
Director SS Rajamouli shared Priyanka Chopra's latest look from Varanasi on his official Instagram handle. The actress appears in two striking images. In one picture, she is seen wearing a black outfit with an intense expression, while the second image captures her smiling and joyfully leaping. The contrasting looks hint at the many shades of her character, Mandakini.
Sharing the pictures, Rajamouli wrote, "Grace when she smiles. Fire when she doesn't. Mandakini… @PriyankaChopra in #Varanasi."
Birthday Surprise For Priyanka's Fans
The new poster was released as a special birthday gift for Priyanka Chopra's fans. Instead of revealing major plot details, the makers chose to highlight the personality of Mandakini. Rajamouli's caption suggests that the character combines kindness with inner strength, making her one of the film's most important figures.
Priyanka's intense screen presence has already created excitement among fans, with many believing that Mandakini will play a crucial role in the story.
What Is Varanasi About?
Varanasi is expected to be one of SS Rajamouli’s most ambitious projects. The film is an epic cinematic adventure that combines science fiction, time travel, and Indian mythology. Mahesh Babu essays the role of Rudra, a devotee of Lord Shiva, and also appears as Lord Ram in a pivotal sequence inspired by the Ramayana.
The story follows Rudra on his dangerous journey across different centuries and continents to retrieve a powerful cosmic artifact. But his mission takes a dramatic turn when he finds out the real intentions of Kumbha, played by Prithviraj Sukumaran, who wants to use the artifact to rule the world.
Varanasi Release Date And Grand Scale
Spanning a timeline from 7200 BCE to 2071, Varanasi will take viewers on a journey to the spiritual city of Varanasi, from the icy landscape of Antarctica to the forest of Africa. The film reportedly also has a 30-minute sequence based on Ramayana. SS Rajamouli’s epic adventure is to be released in theatres on April 7, 2027.