Priyanka Chopra Looks Fierce in First Look From Rajamouli's Varanasi; New Details Revealed
Two stills introduce Chopra as Mandakini in the globe-spanning epic, which marks her return to Indian cinema and Rajamouli’s follow-up to RRR.
- On Saturday, July 18, 2026, the makers of Varanasi released the first official look of Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, coinciding with the actor's birthday celebration.
- This ambitious action-adventure marks Director S.S. Rajamouli's first original feature since RRR's global success and signals Chopra's return to Indian cinema following The Sky Is Pink in 2019.
- Mahesh Babu portrays lead character Rudhra, while Prithviraj Sukumaran appears as primary antagonist Kumbha, with Chopra's Mandakini caught between both men in the narrative.
- Mandakini is described as "a fierce, globetrotting character," while Sukumaran's antagonist Kumbha is noted as "dangerously unlimited in his mentality," adding narrative depth.
- Varanasi is set to open in theatres worldwide on April 7, 2027, spanning multiple continents including Antarctica and Africa, representing Rajamouli's most ambitious international collaboration.
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SS Rajamouli Drops NEW Looks Of 'Mandakini' Priyanka Chopra From Varanasi Sets On Actress' 43rd Birthday
On Priyanka Chopra’s birthday, the makers revealed a new look from the upcoming film ‘Varanasi’. The images from the movie, shared by Entertainment Weekly, showcase Chopra in a fierce and The post SS Rajamouli Drops NEW Looks Of ‘Mandakini’ Priyanka Chopra From Varanasi Sets On Actress’ 43rd Birthday appeared first on Bollywood Bubble.
Varanasi: Priyanka Chopra's fierce look as Mandakini revealed on birthday
The makers of Varanasi unveiled Priyanka Chopra's first look as Mandakini on her birthday. The reveal underlines her central role in Rajamouli's globe-spanning epic and has fuelled talk of a major dance sequence.
SS Rajamouli Unveils Priyanka Chopra's Bold New Look from 'Varanasi'
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Priyanka Chopra's birthday celebrations came with a major reveal for fans as the makers of 'Varanasi' unveiled her first official look from SS Rajamouli's upcoming globe-trotting epic. Entertainment News | SS Rajamouli Unveils Priyanka Chopra's Bold New Look from 'Varanasi'.
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