SS Rajamouli, the visionary director known globally for his spectacular epics like Baahubali and RRR, is once again creating massive waves in the film industry with his next project, ‘Varanasi’. Even though the movie is slated for a 2027 release, the pre-release buzz has reached an unprecedented level, particularly concerning its digital streaming rights.
Reports from trade circles indicate that the streaming rights for ‘Varanasi’ could potentially be sold for a staggering ₹1000 crore globally. This massive figure places the film’s digital rights value on par with high-budget Hollywood productions and would set an all-time record for an Indian film.
Major OTT platforms are reportedly in an aggressive bidding war to secure the digital rights. The global success of Rajamouli’s previous works, especially RRR’s popularity on Netflix, has solidified his name worldwide, making ‘Varanasi’ a scorching hot commodity in the international streaming market.
Sources suggest that the final deal could reach the ₹1000 crore mark. It’s even rumored that the team previously declined an offer of around ₹650 crore from one major streamer, holding out for a price that reflects the film’s immense scale and global appeal. This pre-release valuation, combined with other revenues like satellite and music rights, is positioning ‘Varanasi’ to become one of the most commercially significant Indian films ever made.
The film, which was tentatively referred to as ‘SSMB29’ was officially titled ‘Varanasi’ at a grand launch event in Hyderabad. The title alludes to the ancient, spiritual city in India, though the narrative appears to be an ambitious mix of different genres.
The project features a pan-world cast, including Tollywood star Mahesh Babu in the lead, along with global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist. The film is rumored to have a colossal production budget, possibly exceeding ₹1000 crore, making it one of the most expensive Indian movies ever produced.
The grand teaser for ‘Varanasi’ hints at an expansive, time-traveling, action-adventure narrative. It reportedly blends elements of science fiction with deep inspiration from Hindu mythology, specifically drawing a significant sequence from the epic Ramayana.
The storyline is said to involve a globe-trotting adventurer, suggesting a story that spans continents and timelines as a savior attempts to alter a critical moment in Earth’s history. The film is expected to be released in multiple parts, further underscoring its massive scale. To know such updates, stay tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
