Tollywood pride SS Rajamouli and Superstar Mahesh Babu joined hands for the ambitious pan-Indian film Varanasi. The film also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in key roles. Yesterday, a few hoardings displaying “April 7, 2027 In Theatres” were placed all over Varanasi, and the pics went viral on social media, sparking discussions.
A few international media portals also posted the release date as April 7, 2027, but fans waited for the official confirmation. Here’s the announcement you have been looking for. SS Rajamouli shared a stunning new poster officially announcing Varanasi’s release date as April 7, 2027.
The release date poster shows an asteroid striking the Earth, further increasing excitement levels. Interestingly, Telugu New Year Ugadi is coinciding with the release date, and the holiday will help the film rake in higher than expected collections.
The first glimpse, which was released at an event in Hyderabad, and the theme songs are now ruling the internet. We can expect new promotional material in the coming days. KL Narayana of Durga Arts is backing this big-budget mytho sci-fi entertainer. MM Keeravani is composing the tunes.
April 7th, 2027… #VARANASI. pic.twitter.com/9i5j1TZg5b
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) January 30, 2026
