Globally acclaimed filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli is currently busy with his much-anticipated magnum opus Varanasi, starring Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role. The film’s shoot is progressing at a brisk pace, with more than 50 percent of the production already completed.
Adding to the excitement, Oscar-winning composer M. M. Keeravani has shared a major update about the film’s music. The celebrated composer revealed that he is set to begin work on the background score in September 2026. The announcement has thrilled fans, who are eagerly waiting to experience the musical grandeur he is expected to deliver.
Keeravani has been an integral part of Rajamouli’s cinematic journey, crafting unforgettable soundtracks that elevated his previous blockbusters. Naturally, expectations are sky-high for this ambitious project as well.
The film boasts a powerful ensemble cast including Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Prakash Raj, and R. Madhavan in pivotal roles. Backed by producers K. L. Narayana and S. S. Karthikeya, the film is being mounted on one of the biggest budgets in Indian cinema history.
Slated for a grand worldwide release on April 7, 2026, Varanasi is also set to make history as the first Telugu film designed entirely for IMAX screens, promising audiences a spectacular cinematic experience on a global scale.
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