Priyanka Chopra wraps 'Varanasi' shoot, heads back to LA

Entertainment Nov 25, 2025

Priyanka Chopra Jonas just finished another schedule of filming for SS Rajamouli's Varanasi in Hyderabad, after earlier shoots in Kenya and Odisha.
She shared her relief on Instagram with a simple, "Heading home... finally!" as she returns to Los Angeles and juggles her Hollywood and Indian projects.

Going the extra mile for 'Varanasi'

Even though Telugu isn't her first language, Priyanka is dubbing all her own lines for her character Mandakini.
She's been working with a language coach and exploring Hyderabadi temples to really connect with the role—with support from director Rajamouli and his crew.
The film also features Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.