Before “Varanasi” even hits theaters, Mahesh Babu may already be planning his next chapter. Reports suggest the superstar is in early talks to reunite with director Anil Ravipudi for a film eyeing a Sankranti 2028 release.

What’s Being Reported

According to a report by Gulte, Mahesh Babu wants to squeeze in a quick project after wrapping “Varanasi” — possibly giving his dates even before the SS Rajamouli epic releases. The actor is expected to take a one-month break for “Varanasi” promotions, after which the Ravipudi film could roll into production, with Sankranti 2028 pegged as the target window. Discussions are reportedly underway, though nothing has been officially confirmed by either party yet.

This would mark the duo’s second collaboration after “Sarileru Neekevvaru,” the 2020 action comedy where Mahesh Babu played an army officer uncovering a village conspiracy, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna, Vijayashanti, and Prakash Raj. The film was a major commercial success and remains one of the actor’s most loved outings.

Mahesh Babu: Overview

Detail	Info
Actor	Mahesh Babu
Director	Anil Ravipudi
Target Release	Sankranti 2028
Previous Collaboration	Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020)
Status	Talks underway, unofficial
Current Project	Varanasi (releasing April 7, 2027)

Meanwhile, “Varanasi” — Mahesh Babu’s time-traveling action epic directed by SS Rajamouli — is expected to wrap filming by October 2026, with Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in key roles. For more on the actor’s career trajectory, check out Mahesh Babu’s profile on Wikipedia.

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