SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ Synopsis Leaked: Mahesh Babu Set To Save the World From an Asteroid Threat?

Details surrounding director SS Rajamouli’s highly anticipated action-adventure film Varanasi have surfaced online following a leak from an official brand partner website. The leaked plot summary reveals that the film stars Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, an archaeologist tasked with saving the globe from an apocalyptic event. The leak provides moviegoers with their clearest look yet at the storyline, major character dynamics, and international settings featured in the upcoming epic. Another ‘Varanasi’ Leak? Mahesh Babu Action Sequence From SS Rajamouli's Epic Surfaces Online.

What does ‘Varanasi’ Leaked Synopsis Reveal?

According to details shared in a Gulte report, the story is set in the near future and revolves around an existential catastrophe heading directly toward India.

The official synopsis titled "A high-tech saga across the world" outlines the premise:

"In the year 2027, the world faces an existential crisis as a massive asteroid named Shambhavi is on a direct collision course with the holy city of Varanasi. A rugged archaeologist and explorer, Rudhra (Mahesh Babu), is recruited for a high-stakes, globetrotting mission to recover an ancient cosmic artifact — joined by Mandakini (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), a fierce historian and skilled marksman."

The leaked text further details the high-octane trajectory of the plot as the lead duo races against time across diverse geographical terrains while being pursued by a formidable rival:

"Their quest becomes a high-tech sci-fi thriller racing across the jungles of Africa, the icy wastes of Antarctica and the landscapes of Europe — pursued by the tech-genius villain Kumbha (Prithviraj Sukumaran). The key to stopping a future catastrophe lies hidden within the city's mythical past."

Ancient Secret vs Sci-Fi Threat

The leaked synopsis indicates that Varanasi will blend ancient Indian mythology with modern science fiction. The central conflict pits Mahesh Babu’s character, Rudhra, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s historian character, Mandakini, against Kumbha, an antagonist who uses advanced technology to thwart their search for the ancient cosmic artefact.

The narrative connects the impending asteroid strike in 2027 to spiritual and historical elements embedded within the ancient city of Varanasi, suggesting that answers to the space-borne threat lie buried in the city's heritage.

More About ‘Varanasi’

Varanasi marks the first collaboration between director SS Rajamouli and actor Mahesh Babu. It is Rajamouli's follow-up directorial effort after his global blockbuster RRR.

The film features an ensemble cast, including Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Composed by Oscar-winning M.M. Keeravani, the project is being filmed entirely with IMAX cameras across multiple global locations, including filming schedules in Africa near Mount Kilimanjaro and the Masai Mara. ‘Varanasi’: SS Rajamouli Unveils Priyanka Chopra’s First Look As Mandakini on Her Birthday (See Post).

With more than 80% of principal photography reportedly completed, the production team aims to wrap up filming in Hyderabad later this year. Varanasi is scheduled for a theatrical release on April 7, 2027.

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