SS Rajamouli's upcoming epic Varanasi is making global cinema history as the first non-English film to be shot entirely in IMAX, marking a major milestone for Indian cinema. The film stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shriya Hassan in lead roles. According to Rajamouli, the story will take audiences on a spectacular journey from Varanasi to Antarctica, with sequences set across Africa and ancient Rome. The filmmaker also revealed that nearly 80% of the film has been completed, with the remaining schedule set to be filmed in Hyderabad. Vanasi also marks Priyanka Chopra Jonas' much-awaited return to Indian cinema following her international projects.

S.S. Rajamouli's Varanasi Becomes First Non-English Film Shot Entirely in IMAX

The trailer of Ramayana Part One has finally been released, but beyond the stunning visuals and star-studded cast, it is the film's record-breaking ₹4,000 crore budget that has become the biggest talking point.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, the ambitious two-part adaptation of the ancient Indian epic is being positioned as the biggest cinematic project in Indian history. The reported ₹4,000 crore budget covers both Ramayana Part One, scheduled for Diwali 2026, and Ramayana Part Two, expected during Diwali 2027.

The film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The project also brings together legendary composers Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman, while Oscar-winning VFX company DNEG and Prime Focus lead the visual effects work with a global team of more than 10,000 artists and technicians across India, the UK, Canada, and Australia.

Ramayana's ₹4,000 Crore Budget Stuns Fans | India's Most Expensive Movie

Thalapathy Vijay’s much-awaited film Jana Nayagan has finally arrived in theaters, creating a massive celebration across Tamil Nadu. Directed by H. Vinoth, the political action drama has been in the spotlight as Vijay’s final film before entering full-time politics. Fans gathered outside theaters for the first-day-first-show celebrations, with grand events featuring music, drone light shows, cake cutting, dancing, and emotional tributes. The release became even more special when Japanese fans joined celebrations at a Chennai theater, cheering for Vijay alongside local fans and bringing an international flavor to the event.

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan Sparks Huge Fan Celebrations | Japanese Fans Add International Touch in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's much-awaited final film Jana Nayagan has finally hit theatres after months of delays and a major online leak controversy. Director H. Vinoth dismissed allegations that the leak was politically motivated ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, calling the claims baseless. Massive celebrations erupted across Chennai as thousands of fans gathered outside theatres for Vijay's last film before fully entering politics.

Watch the latest updates on Jana Nayagan's release, leak controversy, political reactions, fan celebrations, box office expectations, and Vijay's transition from cinema to politics.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan hits theatres after massive leak controversy 

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S.S. Rajamouli's Varanasi Becomes First Non-English Film Shot Entirely in IMAX

Ramayana's ₹4,000 Crore Budget Stuns Fans | India's Most Expensive Movie

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan Sparks Huge Fan Celebrations | Japanese Fans Add International Touch in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan hits theatres after massive leak controversy