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Prithviraj Highlights SS Rajamouli's Work Ethic on Varanasi Set; Netflix Hints at OTT Deal

Analysed 25 Jun 2026·4 sources analysed·Varanasi, India·Entertainment
Prithviraj Highlights SS Rajamouli's Work Ethic on Varanasi Set; Netflix Hints at OTT DealPreviousNext

Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran praised director SS Rajamouli's intense work ethic on the set of the upcoming film Varanasi, describing long shooting days with over 90 takes and brief 20-minute lunch breaks. Rajamouli reportedly arrives early and ensures meticulous preparation. The film stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj, and may be released in two parts. Meanwhile, Netflix hinted at a potential record OTT deal for Varanasi, fueling industry speculation about its digital rights.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 4 sources

We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 35/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • english— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • news18— balanced framing, positive sentiment
  • timesnow— balanced framing, positive sentiment
Political Bias
0%100%0%
Sentiment
75%
AI analysis of 4 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 25 Jun 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 4 sources
● Left 0%● Center 100%● Right 0%

The articles primarily focus on the filmmaking process and industry developments without engaging in political discourse. They represent perspectives from the film's cast and industry insiders, emphasizing Rajamouli's dedication and the film's commercial prospects. There is no evident political framing or partisan viewpoints in the coverage.

Sentiment — Positive (75/100)

The overall tone across the articles is positive, highlighting Rajamouli's professionalism and commitment, as well as the anticipation surrounding Varanasi. The mention of a potential major OTT deal adds an optimistic commercial angle. There is no negative sentiment or criticism present in the coverage.

How 4 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
englishSS Rajamouli's Varanasi Could Secure The Biggest OTT Deal Ever, Netflix Drops HintCenterPositive
indiatoday90 takes, 20-min breaks: Prithviraj describes a day on Rajamouli's Varanasi setCenterPositive
news18'20 Minute Lunch Breaks': Prithviraj Sukumaran Reveals SS Rajamouli's Work Style On Varanasi SetCenterPositive
timesnowSS Rajamouli Seems Like A 'New Director' On Varanasi Sets, Says Prithviraj Sukumaran - Here's WhyCenterPositive

Coverage timeline

timesnow broke this story on 24 Jun, 02:04 pm. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    timesnow24 Jun, 02:04 pm
    SS Rajamouli Seems Like A 'New Director' On Varanasi Sets, Says Prithviraj Sukumaran - Here's Why
  2. 2
    news1825 Jun, 06:12 am
    '20 Minute Lunch Breaks': Prithviraj Sukumaran Reveals SS Rajamouli's Work Style On Varanasi Set
  3. 3
    indiatoday25 Jun, 08:07 am
    90 takes, 20-min breaks: Prithviraj describes a day on Rajamouli's Varanasi set
  4. 4
    english25 Jun, 08:13 am
    SS Rajamouli's Varanasi Could Secure The Biggest OTT Deal Ever, Netflix Drops Hint

Lens Score breakdown

35/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap90%

Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.

Who's involved

Institutions and figures named across source coverage.

Corporate
Netflix

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
Varanasi, India
Sources analysed
4
Last analysed
25 Jun 2026
Key entities
S. S. RajamouliPrithviraj SukumaranVaranasiMahesh BabuPriyanka ChopraCinema of IndiaThe Hollywood ReporterIndiaAntagonistFilmmakingEpic filmBlockbuster (entertainment)