Rajamouli’s upcoming film SSMB29 (working title) is in the news again. With fresh speculation about the film’s title doing the rounds, the buzz surrounding the action adventure refuses to die down. According to the reports, Rajamouli is considering Varanasi as the title for the Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas-starrer.
Story has Ramayana connection
While the film’s shooting is progressing briskly, there have been reports about Rajamouli considering locking Varanasi as the film’s title. We have earlier reported that SSMB29 has a Ramayana connection, and the story also traverses across African nations. Adding to the buzz, Rajamouli has recreated the Varanasi set in Ramoji Film City. The set has reportedly cost around Rs 50 crore, and according to the reports, the set is not just a prop but given its magnificence and arc, it is a character in the film. Moreover, Mahesh Babu’s role carries shades of Lord Rama prompting Rajamouli to root for the title Varanasi.
“The title Varanasi is still under consideration, and the social media is already going crazy – it indicates the craze of the project,” says an exhibitor, adding that the project will have the widest release ever for an Indian film. Vijayendra Prasad (Rajamouli’s father) is reportedly inspired by the writings of author Addison Smith and wrote a brand-new version of what he envisioned.
Title reveals in November
Rajamouli had earlier revealed that the title and glimpse of the film would be unveiled in November. And speculations are rife that Hollywood director James Cameron would visit India to promote Avatar: Fire And Ash and potentially unveil the first look of Mahesh Babu’s film. Cameron is a noted admirer of Rajamouli’s films like RRR and Baahubali franchise. During RRR’s Oscar Award pre-show, Cameron lauded Rajamouli’s filmmaking as ‘spectacular’ and ‘muscular.’ He was particularly impressed by RRR’s ability to showcase Indian cinema on a global stage.
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