SS Rajamouli's Varanasi: No Actor Names in Title Card, Fans Reveal Director's Strategy
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SS Rajamouli's highly anticipated film, Varanasi, made headlines over the weekend with its title unveiling at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad. The event was attended by Rajamouli and the film's star-studded cast, including Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. However, eagle-eyed fans noticed that the title poster and first look video omitted the actors' names, instead highlighting the technicians. The 3-minute video, titled GlobeTrotter, offers a glimpse into the film's world and setting, spanning continents and centuries. The title card reads 'SS Rajamouli's Varanasi,' with the names of producers, writer K Vijayendra Prasad, and composer MM Keeravani prominently displayed. The absence of the actors' names sparked curiosity among fans, with many speculating about the director's intentions. Rajamouli's fans quickly came to his defense, explaining that this is a deliberate choice to emphasize the film's world and setting over individual actors. As one fan noted, 'Rajamouli's movies are larger-than-life, and the focus should be on the characters and the world they inhabit, not the actors.' Many also pointed out that for global audiences, Rajamouli is the main draw, not the actors, despite their star power. Varanasi, a pan-India film, is currently in production and set to release worldwide on Sankranthi 2027. The film stars Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha, the antagonist. While the characters remain shrouded in mystery, fans are excited to see how Rajamouli's vision unfolds on the big screen.
