SSMB29 becomes Varanasi as title teaser unleashes Rajamouli’s time-spanning vision!

SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu’s monumental collaboration has finally taken its first major step forward, with the makers officially announcing the title of SSMB29 as Varanasi. The grand reveal at Ramoji Film City turned into a cinematic event in itself, drawing massive attention from fans, industry watchers, and the media. Rajamouli, known for crafting myth-infused epics rooted in spectacle and emotional depth, positioned Varanasi as one of his most ambitious undertakings yet: a globe-trotting, time-spanning adventure with strong mythological undercurrents.

The event reflected the film’s scale. Mahesh Babu arrived on stage atop a mechanical white bull, mirroring a striking visual from the film’s concept teaser, instantly setting the tone for the mythic and larger-than-life narrative ahead. The first poster unveiled Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, a fierce and enigmatic figure wielding a trident while riding a bull, echoing powerful Shaivite iconography. This alone was enough to ignite a storm of speculation across fan circles regarding the film’s themes of mythology, destiny, and reincarnation.

During the launch, Rajamouli spoke emotionally about the project, calling Varanasi a story that blends mythology with an expansive timeline spread across centuries. Mahesh Babu, on his part, shared a heartfelt note, revealing that his father, the legendary Krishna, had always wished to see him act in a mythological film: something he now feels he is finally fulfilling through this project. Rajamouli also revealed that a huge segment of the film involves Mahesh Babu portraying Lord Rama in a mythic sequence, one that reportedly took more than 60 days to shoot, featuring multiple interconnected episodes.

The title announcement was followed by the release of a meticulously crafted title teaser, which has become the talk of the industry. According to the breakdown, the teaser opens in 512 CE, showing a sage performing rituals near the ancient ghats of Varanasi. The serene setting is instantly contrasted by a massive shift to 2027 CE, where an asteroid named Shambhavi is seen hurtling toward Earth. The teaser then embarks on a globe-spanning montage: glacial landscapes in Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf, the wildlife plains of Africa’s Amboseli region, subterranean caves echoing cult-like rituals, and legendary settings seemingly inspired by the Treta Yuga, hinting at mythological beings such as Hanuman and Rama.

Rajamouli sprinkles visual cues throughout, almost like breadcrumbs left for fans to decode. There are glimpses of ancient Lanka, imposing mythic architecture, cryptic celestial diagrams, and finally, a breathtaking visual of lightning striking the Manikarnika Ghat, sending tremors through the waters of the Ganges. These moments strengthen the belief that the film will explore themes like reincarnation, cosmic cycles, time travel, and an overarching spiritual conflict woven into Rajamouli’s characteristic grandeur.

The teaser’s mix of archaeology, mythology, cosmic threat, and spiritual symbolism makes it clear that Varanasi is not just another action adventure: it is shaping into a multi-layered odyssey that spans eras, continents, and dimensions. With Rajamouli at the helm and Mahesh Babu portrayed in a never-before-seen avatar, expectations have naturally skyrocketed.

As the makers officially confirm, the most awaited film Varanasi is now gearing up for a Summer 2027 release, setting the stage for what could be one of Indian cinema’s most monumental theatrical events.