SS Rajamouli Confirms 80 Days of Shooting Left for 'Varanasi' Ahead of 2027 Release
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli announced that approximately 80 days of shooting remain for his upcoming film 'Varanasi,' with major action sequences already completed. The film, starring Mahesh Babu as Rudhra and Lord Rama, Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Mandakini, and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha, is an epic time-travel adventure centered on a Shiva devotee's quest for a powerful cosmic artefact. Production is expected to finish by September or October 2026, aiming for an April 7, 2027 theatrical release.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- thestatesman— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward entertainment update without political framing. Both sources focus on production details and cast information, reflecting a neutral stance typical of film industry reporting. There is no evident political perspective or ideological bias in the coverage, as the content centers on factual progress and creative aspects of the film.
The tone across the articles is generally positive and anticipatory, highlighting the film's scale and progress. The coverage emphasizes excitement about the project and its notable cast, with no negative or critical sentiment. The sentiment is consistent with promotional updates common in entertainment news.
How 2 sources covered this story
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