For months, the anticipation around SSMB29 has been building like a silent storm. Today, at the GlobeTrotter Event, SS Rajamouli finally released the title - “Varanasi” - and within minutes, the internet exploded. With it came the striking first look of Mahesh Babu, setting social media ablaze and positioning the film as one of the most awaited cinematic events of the decade.
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A Title Rooted in Legacy and Mystery
Rajamouli has always treated his film titles like an artistic compass - loaded with meaning, mood, and mythology. “Varanasi” feels like a gateway into a world shaped by ancient symbolism, mystic landscapes, and larger-than-life storytelling. The poster’s saffron hues, soaring temple silhouett

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