The long-awaited title reveal of SSMB29 turned into a massive celebration on Saturday evening at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. SS Rajamouli finally unveiled the name of his globe-spanning adventure with Mahesh Babu — Varanasi — and the first visual of the superstar as Rudhra has left fans electrified.
⭐ A Grand Reveal for a Global Film
Thousands of fans from India and abroad arrived at Ramoji Film City, while many more streamed the event live on JioHotstar and Variety. Lead stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran graced the stage, and Shruti Haasan added to the energy with a special performance.
To match the film’s world-travel theme, organisers handed fans passport-style passes, and the excitement spilled onto the streets with a massive bike rally heading toward the venue. Several fan-made posters, banners, and installations turned the location into a festival ground.
🔥 Mahesh Babu’s First Look as Rudhra
The crowd erupted as Rajamouli unveiled Mahesh Babu’s intense look from Varanasi. The trailer showcased the star riding a massive bull, moving with raw power through a dusty landscape, and lifting a trishul with divine ferocity. The imagery hints at a character rooted in mythology, wrapped in Rajamouli’s signature cinematic scale.
🎥 A New Era for SSMB29
Initially known as SSMB29 – GlobeTrotter, the film is now officially Varanasi, marking what many believe will be Rajamouli’s most ambitious global project yet. From the theme to the staging, everything about the event signalled that Varanasi aims to chart new territory for Indian cinema on an international scale.
