Rajamouli's "Varanasi" IMAX Action Locked, "Baahubali" Goes Animation!
S.S. Rajamouli's next epic, "Varanasi," just hit a major milestone, as he revealed "Baahubali" is getting an animated rebirth!
6/26/2026, 7:05:59 AM

Hold onto your seats, film fanatics, because S.S. Rajamouli, the maestro behind cinematic behemoths like "RRR" and the "Baahubali" sagas, is back with an update that's got everyone buzzing! The man who consistently shatters the boundaries of Indian filmmaking is dropping hints about his next groundbreaking project, "Varanasi," and it’s shaping up to be his most ambitious yet. Get ready for a ride, because this director doesn't do small.
Rajamouli recently confirmed that the IMAX action sequences for "Varanasi" are officially in the can. That’s right, the visually stunning, heart-thumping moments we all crave from a Rajamouli film are locked and loaded. However, he also let slip that there’s still plenty of work to be done, specifically connecting all those epic scenes. It sounds like a puzzle of monumental proportions, but if anyone can piece together a cinematic masterpiece, it's him.
But wait, there's more! In a move that sent shockwaves through the industry, Rajamouli also revealed that his iconic "Baahubali" universe is expanding, stepping into the realm of animation. Imagine the same grandeur, the same compelling narrative, but brought to life through a whole new medium. This isn't just a cartoon; this is a testament to the enduring power and popularity of the "Baahubali" world.
"Varanasi" is slated for a massive global release in April 2027, and the details emerging from the set are nothing short of mind-blowing.
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