SS Rajamouli took to Twitter to express heartfelt gratitude as the teaser of his highly awaited film ‘Varanasi’ sparked an extraordinary wave of appreciation online. The director wrote, “THANK YOU EVERYONE for all the love, accolades and applause for the #Varanasi Announcement Video. Our whole @VaranasiMovie team is grateful to all of you.”
Netizens react – ‘Others should take notes’
Rajamouli’s post immediately drew thousands of reactions, with fans celebrating the teaser’s scale, concept, and world-building.
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The comment section quickly turned into a festival of praise. One user wrote, “Sir, the way you promote… others should take notes. This is PhD in Hype-ology.” Another fan commented, “Bro even the Ganga is blushing after this promo.”A third viewer added, “The announcement video DESERVED every bit of that applause! The scale, the visuals, the concept, it looks like a masterpiece in the making. Thank YOU for bringing such an ambitious project to life! Can’t wait for the #Varanasi movie!”Another fan said, “This is pure excellence. Both vision and scale are on another level. Can’t wait to see how this sets a new benchmark for Indian cinema.”
Rajamouli praises Mahesh Babu ’s work ethic
During the Hyderabad event where the teaser was unveiled, Rajamouli spoke about collaborating with Mahesh Babu and highlighted the actor’s remarkable discipline. Referring to Mahesh’s minimal phone usage on set, the director said, “When he walks into the office or a set….whether it’s for 8 hours or 10 hours…he doesn’t touch his phone even once. Only after he gets back into the car does he pick it up again. That discipline… that focus… that commitment…everyone should learn from it.”
Industry applauds Mahesh Babu’s first look as Rudhra
Mahesh Babu’s first look and the action-packed teaser created widespread excitement across the industry. Director Prashanth Neel shared the teaser and wrote, “Take a bow, @ssrajamouli sir! @urstrulyMahesh looks absolutely charming. Super excited,” adding that Mahesh’s Rudhra look is “Stunning” and wishing him, “Good luck, Superstar.”‘Varanasi’ is described as a mythological adventure thriller, with Mahesh Babu playing the powerful role of Rudhra.
