606 Days Later: Mahesh Babu Finally Wraps His Portions for “Varanasi”

After more than a year and a half in production, one of Indian cinema’s most anticipated films has hit a major milestone. Mahesh Babu has officially completed his portions of shooting for “Varanasi”, the epic action-adventure directed by SS Rajamouli — closing out a schedule that began way back on January 24, 2025.

A Marathon Shoot Finally Nears Its End

According to a report by Gulte, the Superstar wrapped his part of the filming on September 22, 2026 — marking 606 days since production first began. While Mahesh Babu’s scenes are now complete, the rest of the film’s shoot is expected to wrap up soon, bringing this massive project closer to the finish line.

Interestingly, some scenes will reportedly show Mahesh Babu in a younger look, achieved entirely through practical techniques rather than AI-based de-aging — a notable creative choice in an era where digital de-aging has become the industry norm.

What Is “Varanasi” About?

Set in 2027, the film follows a rugged archaeologist named Rudhra, who is recruited for a globe-trotting mission to stop a massive asteroid — Shambhavi — from striking the city of Varanasi. Joined by Mandakini, a sharp historian and skilled marksman, Rudhra’s journey spans the jungles of Africa, the icy landscapes of Antarctica, and multiple European locations, all while being pursued by a tech-savvy villain named Kumbha.

Varanasi: Overview

The Rajamouli Touch — Even in Dubbing

True to his reputation for meticulous detail, SS Rajamouli reportedly reviewed over 1,500 voice artists to ensure the film’s dubbing captures genuine performance nuance rather than just matching lip movements — a rare level of care for a film releasing across dozens of languages worldwide.

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