SS Rajamouli’s ambitious magnum opus Varanasi is getting bigger by the day, and the latest update has only heightened anticipation around the film. Writer Vijayendra Prasad has revealed that the epic adventure will feature a massive 30-minute-long war sequence inspired by the Ramayana, showcasing a battle between Lord Rama and Kumbhakarna. The revelation has sparked excitement among fans eager to see Rajamouli’s grand visual storytelling on the big screen.

Varanasi to have a Ramayana connection

Starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, Varanasi has been one of the most talked-about Indian films since its first glimpse was unveiled. While the project has largely been promoted as a globe-trotting action-adventure, mythological elements have remained a key talking point. Vijayendra Prasad’s latest comments appear to confirm that the film will heavily draw from themes and episodes rooted in the Ramayana.