Mahesh Babu turned 51 on August 9, 2026, and his birthday became a special occasion for fans of both the superstar and his much-awaited film Varanasi. While the actor celebrated his birthday with his family, wishes poured in from friends, co-stars and fans across the country.
On the occasion, the makers of Varanasi, directed by S.S. Rajamouli, released new behind-the-scenes pictures and a fresh look at Mahesh Babu’s character, Rudhra. The updates created excitement among fans who have been eagerly waiting to see the actor in Rajamouli’s ambitious project.
Mahesh Babu later thanked everyone for the overwhelming birthday wishes. Sharing his feelings on social media, the actor said his heart was full after reading the messages from his well-wishers, friends and colleagues. He also expressed gratitude for the constant love and support he receives from his fans.
The biggest highlight for movie lovers, however, was Mahesh Babu’s message about Varanasi. The actor said the film is “very close to my heart” and that he truly believes it will be something special. He also said he cannot wait for audiences to experience the film’s magic.
Varanasi marks Mahesh Babu’s much-anticipated collaboration with filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, best known for movies such as Baahubali and RRR. The film has generated enormous interest because of its scale, international locations and star-studded cast, which includes Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
Mahesh Babu plays the character Rudhra, and new promotional material released on his birthday offered fans another glimpse of his look in the film. Rajamouli also shared new visuals, adding to the anticipation surrounding the project.
The film is currently scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027. It is also being made as a large-scale cinematic experience, with the project announced as the first Indian film shot in the 1.43:1 IMAX format.
With Mahesh Babu’s confidence in the project and Rajamouli’s track record of creating spectacular films, expectations around Varanasi continue to grow. For fans, the wait for Rudhra’s big-screen journey has only become more exciting.
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