SS Rajamouli: News
Koduri Srisaila Sri Rajamouli is an Indian film director and screenwriter born on October 10, 1973. He primarily works in the Telugu film industry. Rajamouli started his career by directing Telugu soap operas, under popular director K Raghavendra Rao's guidance, on ETV. He made his directorial debut in Telugu films with the 2001 Jr. NTR starrer 'Student No. 1'. He got his breakthrough with the 2006 Telugu action film 'Vikramarkudu', which was later remade in Kannada as 'Veera Madakari' (2009), in Tamil as 'Siruthai' (2011), and in Hindi as 'Rowdy Rathore' (2012). He is best known for directing fantasy action films, such as 'Magadheera' (2009), 'Eega' (2012), 'Baahubali: The Beginning' (2015), and 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017). Notably, the 'Baahubali' franchise emerged as the highest-grossing film series in India of all time, earning Rs. 1,810 crore approximately. His 'Baahubali: The Conclusion' won the American Saturn Award for Best International Film as well as the Australian Telstra People's Choice Award. In 2016, he was conferred Padma Shri by the Government of India. He has won numerous National Film Awards, Filmfare Awards, Nandi Awards, and SIIMAs, among others.
SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi': Post-production to wrap by January 2027
The post-production work for Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and directed by SS Rajamouli, is progressing rapidly and will likely be completed by January 2027.
'Will be really special': Rajamouli teases collaboration with Suriya
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli and Tamil actor Suriya's much-anticipated collaboration was once again a hot topic at a recent event.
Prithviraj Sukumaran calls 'Varanasi' 'more than a time-travel story'
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, currently shooting for SS Rajamouli's upcoming film Varanasi, has shared a major update on the project.
Orlando Bloom makes shock exit from Priyanka Chopra's 'Reset'
Actor Orlando Bloom has reportedly exited the upcoming independent survival thriller, Reset, just days ahead of its filming schedule.
SS Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu's 'Varanasi' to release in 50 languages
SS Rajamouli is leaving no stone unturned for the global release of his upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
'Varanasi' posters: Mahesh Babu looks majestic as Rudhra
On the occasion of Mahesh Babu's 51st birthday, the makers of his upcoming film Varanasi have unveiled his first look as Rudhra.
Did you know Salman Khan almost played Lord Ram?
Before Ranbir Kapoor and director Nitesh Tiwari's two-part Ramayana, there was a 1990s adaptation of the epic that never saw the light of day.
SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' to wrap by October
The shooting of Varanasi, the highly-anticipated film starring Mahesh Babu and directed by SS Rajamouli, is nearing completion.
'Varanasi' new posters: Priyanka Chopra looks fierce as Mandakini
On Saturday, director SS Rajamouli unveiled new looks of Priyanka Chopra Jonas's character Mandakini from his upcoming film Varanasi.
'I do so many amazing...': Priyanka details 'Varanasi' role
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently opened up about her role in the upcoming epic film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli.
SS Rajamouli honored with a plaque at France's Institut Lumiere
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli was recently honored with a plaque at the prestigious Institut Lumiere in Lyon, France.
SS Rajamouli honored with permanent seat at Cinémathèque Française
Celebrated Indian filmmaker SS Rajamouli has been honored with a permanent seat at the prestigious Cinémathèque Française in Paris.
'Varanasi': Rajamouli to shoot massive war sequence with Mahesh Babu
Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli is gearing up to shoot one of the most ambitious war sequences for his upcoming film Varanasi.
SS Rajamouli confirms 'Varanasi' is a standalone film
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli recently confirmed that his upcoming film, Varanasi, will be a standalone project.
Rajamouli reveals 'Baahubali' was initially dubbed 'Indian cinema's biggest disaster'
SS Rajamouli's Baahubali franchise is a landmark in Indian cinema.
'Bahubali: The Torch Bearer' review: Netflix documentary celebrates Rajamouli's magic
Unprecedented, grand, and awe-inspiring, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali franchise transformed Indian cinema forever.
'Varanasi' shoot almost complete, reveals Rajamouli at Annecy fest
Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli has confirmed that a significant portion of his upcoming film Varanasi has already been shot. The movie, set to release in April 2027, will feature epic action sequences.
Are we getting a 'Baahubali 3'?
The possibility of a third installment in the Baahubali franchise has taken a new turn after a clip from the documentary Baahubali: The Torchbearer went viral.
'Bahubali: The Torchbearer' to hit Netflix on Friday
More than a decade after the Baahubali franchise revolutionized Indian cinema, a new project titled Bahubali: The Torchbearer is set to premiere on Netflix on Friday (June 26).
SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi': Producer talks about creating grand sets
S. S. Karthikeya, the producer of the upcoming epic film Varanasi, recently opened up about the extensive efforts that went into creating the sets for the movie.
'Dhurandhar 2' is now the second-biggest Indian grosser ever
Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge has surpassed SS Rajamouli's Baahubali 2: The Conclusion to become the second-highest-grossing Indian film of all time worldwide.
Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar 2' crosses ₹1,780cr in 41 days
Ranveer Singh's espionage thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, is still going strong in theaters even after crossing the 40-day mark.
Priyanka Chopra to have cameo in Mira Nair's 'Amri'
Actor Priyanka Chopra is reportedly set to make a special appearance in the upcoming biopic Amri, based on the life of Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil.
'Dhurandhar 2' struggles; daily collection comes down to ₹1.4cr
Ranveer Singh's film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, wrapped up its fifth week at ₹19.37cr. On Day 36 (Thursday), it added only ₹1.4cr to its tally, per Sacnilk.
SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' to debut at CCXP Mexico 2026
SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, Varanasi, will make its global debut at the CCXP Mexico 2026.
Keeravani opens up about upcoming projects 'Jai Hanuman,' 'Varanasi'
Acclaimed composer M.M. Keeravani (also known as M.M. Kreem) spoke about his upcoming projects in a recent interview with Variety India.
Did Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' plot get leaked?
The much-awaited film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli and starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles, is a year away from its release.
'Dhurandhar 2' creates box office records in North America, Germany
The spy-action sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, distributed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, has reportedly crossed a whopping ₹1,622cr ($174.4 million) worldwide by its third weekend.
'Dhurandhar 2' is now North America's highest-grossing Indian film
The spy-action sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge has reportedly crossed ₹1,365cr (approximately $147.8 million) globally within just 11 days of its release. This feat surpasses the lifetime collections of the first part, which earned $141.5 million worldwide.
Why SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' will be split into 2 parts
SS Rajamouli has reportedly decided on a two-part release for his upcoming film Varanasi.
Rajamouli hails Ranveer's 'masterclass acting' in 'Dhurandhar 2'
Acclaimed director SS Rajamouli has praised the recently released film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a notch above its predecessor in terms of scale and emotional depth.
SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi': Mahesh Babu wraps crucial Georgia schedule
Superstar Mahesh Babu was spotted at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Monday after completing a crucial schedule of Varanasi in Georgia.
'Varanasi' is first Indian film to be shot in Antarctica
SS Rajamouli's upcoming action-adventure, Varanasi, has reportedly become the first Indian film to be shot in Antarctica. It is also the fourth feature film globally to have scenes filmed on the icy continent.
Priyanka Chopra calls SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' an 'adventure'
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the global icon, recently spoke about her much-anticipated return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film Varanasi.
Rajamouli shot 'Varanasi' at Nagarjuna's motion-capture lab
Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli has inaugurated what is being called the most advanced motion capture facility in India, the A&M MoCap Lab at Hyderabad's Annapurna Studios.
Mahesh Babu flies to Georgia for 'Varanasi' shoot
The much-awaited film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli, is currently in production. The latest buzz suggests that the cast has flown to Georgia for an important filming schedule.
Is Mahesh Babu's look as Lord Ram in 'Varanasi' out?
Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu will play Lord Ram in a crucial sequence in director SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, Varanasi.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas calls SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' 'career-defining'
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to make her grand return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli.
Is Kichcha Sudeep joining Rajamouli's 'Varanasi'?
The upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, has generated fresh buzz amid reports that Kannada actor Kichcha Sudeep may also be joining the cast.
Prakash Raj confirms playing 'maha Shiv bhakt' in 'Varanasi'
Veteran actor Prakash Raj has revealed details about his role in the upcoming film Varanasi, directed by SS Rajamouli.