Mahesh Babu’s Rudra Look From Varanasi Revealed

SS Rajamouli’s much-awaited pan-India film Varanasi has generated fresh excitement among fans after the first look of Mahesh Babu as Rudra was unveiled. The actor’s rugged appearance, set against the breathtaking backdrop of African wilderness, has quickly become a talking point among moviegoers and fans on social media.

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The makers released the special look on the occasion of Mahesh Babu’s birthday, giving audiences a glimpse into his character without revealing crucial details about the film’s storyline. Mahesh Babu can be seen in a bearded look, dressed in a simple outfit that perfectly matches the adventurous setting of the film.

The action-adventure film stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in key roles. With Rajamouli at the helm, the project is being positioned as one of the most ambitious films in Indian cinema.

The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027. Oscar-winning composer M. M. Keeravani is composing the music for the highly anticipated project.

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Rudra Appears in the African Wilderness

Two photographs of Mahesh Babu were shared through the film’s official social media account. In the pictures, the actor appears with a beard and a rugged outdoor appearance.

In one photograph, Mahesh Babu is seen standing amid the stunning natural landscape of Africa. The setting gives the image a grand adventure-film feel. In another picture, he is seen sitting calmly on a bamboo raft surrounded by dense greenery.

While the visuals offer a glimpse of Rudra’s adventurous personality, the makers have kept the actual storyline and several details about the character under wraps.

From Kilimanjaro to Masai Mara: Africa Schedule

According to media reports, the Varanasi team filmed several sequences at spectacular locations across Africa, including Mount Kilimanjaro and Masai Mara. Mahesh Babu’s newly released photographs are reportedly from this shooting schedule.

Speaking about the African locations, SS Rajamouli said that the continent provided the film with a natural scale and visual experience that could not have been recreated on a studio set.

The director also revealed that filming around Kilimanjaro and Masai Mara left him stunned by the sheer scale of the landscapes.

What Did SS Rajamouli Say About Rudra?

Rajamouli described Rudra as a character driven by a purpose larger than himself. According to the filmmaker, Rudra is humorous, sensitive and aggressive at the same time, and Mahesh Babu has brought these contrasting qualities effectively to the character.

Rajamouli further explained that portraying aggression alone is relatively easy for an actor, but combining aggression with sensitivity requires a different level of performance.

He also recalled the experience of shooting in Africa and said the locations offered something that no artificial set could provide. While shooting around Kilimanjaro and Masai Mara, the director was reportedly amazed by the scale of the landscapes, saying that some morning views appeared too vast even for an IMAX 1.43:1 frame.

Fans Excited for Mahesh Babu’s Rudra Avatar

Mahesh Babu’s Rudra look has received strong attention from fans, with social media buzzing over his rugged new appearance. The combination of Mahesh Babu’s star power, Rajamouli’s direction, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s presence, spectacular African locations and M. M. Keeravani’s music has significantly increased expectations surrounding the film.

With Varanasi scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on April 7, 2027, fans will now be waiting for more updates about Rudra, the film’s storyline and its larger-than-life adventure.

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