Priyanka Chopra Discusses “Varanasi” on Jimmy Fallon Show

TLDR: Priyanka Chopra comments on her return to Indian cinema and praises S.S Rajamouli as one of India’s best directors.

Priyanka Chopra’s Comments on Returning to Indian Cinema

During her appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Priyanka Chopra spoke about her experience working on Varanasi.

The film marks her return to Indian cinema after a gap of about six to seven years. She described director S.S. Rajamouli as one of India’s most amazing and talented directors and referred to the project as a major adventure.

Chopra also shared her excitement about the film and confirmed that it will receive a theatrical release in IMAX.

Latest Updates on Varanasi

The action-adventure movie is scheduled for release on April 7, 2027, coinciding with the Ugadi festival. The film will be presented in the Telugu language and is expected to be one of the biggest Indian cinematic releases of the year.

Production on the film has been extensive, with 14 months of filming already completed and another six months remaining, bringing the total production period to around 20 months.

The movie is being shot in the IMAX 1.43:1 format, marking a historic achievement as the first Indian film and the first non-English language film to use this format.

Huge Reception From Audiences

Since the release of its teaser, Varanasi has generated significant buzz among audiences. Many viewers have praised the visuals and cinematography, which hint at the large-scale spectacle the film aims to deliver.