# Asia’s biggest cinema screen planned in AP for Rajamouli’s Varanasi

2026-08-20T21:37:10+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk

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Unconfirmed reports say Asia's biggest cinema screen may be built in Andhra Pradesh, possibly opening around April 2027 for SS Rajamouli's Varanasi. Social media speculation suggests Vijayawada as a location, but no official confirmation exists on dimensions, operator, or exact site. Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, releases worldwide on April 7, 2027. Rajamouli has said 80 days of shooting remain as of July. The film is designed for premium formats like IMAX and Dolby Cinema. Andhra Pradesh already has V EPIQ in Sullurpeta with a 100-foot-wide screen and AAA Cinemas in Visakhapatnam with India's largest LED screen. The rumored screen would surpass these, but the claim remains unverified.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

The state government has promoted large-format cinemas to boost tourism and local economy, especially after RRR's success. A screen of this scale in Vijayawada could cost over Rs 100 crore and create hundreds of jobs. The April 2027 date aligns with Varanasi's release, but regulatory approvals and land acquisition remain hurdles. Watch for official statements from the Andhra Pradesh Film Development Corporation or the makers in coming months.

## Coverage

- tracktollywood.com <https://tracktollywood.com/asia-biggest-screen-ap-rajamouli-varanasi/>
  Leads with unverified speculation about Asia's biggest screen without any official confirmation

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