SS Rajamouli wants IMAX screens in Hyderabad for 'Varanasi'

Entertainment Nov 18, 2025

Director SS Rajamouli is rallying for true IMAX screens in Hyderabad and other Indian cities before his next big film, Varanasi, hits theaters in 2027.
With Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran leading the cast, Rajamouli hopes fans in Hyderabad and across India can finally experience blockbuster visuals the way they're meant to be seen.

Why this matters for movie lovers

Varanasi will use the 1.43:1 IMAX format—think bigger, sharper visuals that totally level up your movie experience.
Fans have been vocal about wanting proper IMAX screens in Hyderabad, and Rajamouli is right there with them.
He's hoping this push finally brings high-end cinema tech to one of India's biggest film hubs before Varanasi arrives.