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SS Karthikeya promises ‘crazy’ action in Varanasi, different from RRR
SS Karthikeya promises ‘crazy’ action in Varanasi, different from RRR
Producer SS Karthikeya has said the action sequences in SS Rajamouli's upcoming film Varanasi will be 'crazy' and unlike anything seen in the director's previous films RRR and Baahubali. 'It's a completely different kind of action, but you will be at the edge of your seat in every sequence,' Karthikeya said on Sunday, 4 October.
The film, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is scheduled for worldwide release on 7 April 2027. Varanasi will be eligible for the new stunt design category at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028, according to Times Now. 123telugu quoted Priyanka Chopra Jonas saying she has worked on the film for about 14 months.
Mahesh Babu plays a double role as Rudhra and Lord Rama, while Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the antagonist Kumbha. The film is reported to have a budget of Rs 1,400 crore, making it the most expensive Indian film to date.
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Times Now emphasises the Oscars angle, noting Varanasi will be eligible for a new stunt category in 2028, and adds specific budget and casting details. 123telugu focuses on the producer's description of the action and Priyanka Chopra Jonas's comments about her 14-month shoot. Both outlets agree on the core quote from Karthikeya and the release date. The coverage is uniform straight reporting, with the difference being that Times Now provides more production context while 123telugu leads with the director's son's excitement. The release is seven months away on 7 April 2027.
Coverage: 2 sources, 2 neutral
Sources (2): 123telugu.com (neutral report), timesnownews.com (neutral report)
This brief was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above, so one read covers every framing they carry. Methodology and corrections.
