Priyanka Chopra's Varanasi: Budget & Excitement Unveiled

Priyanka Chopra is making a grand return to Indian cinema with the upcoming film "Varanasi," directed by the renowned SS Rajamouli. Known for his blockbuster hits, Rajamouli has teamed up with Chopra and Mahesh Babu for this ambitious project. Recently, the excitement around the film intensified during Priyanka's appearance on "The Great Indian Kapil Show." Here, she appeared to confirm the film's staggering budget of Rs 1300 crores, although she cleverly refrained from making any direct statements.

During the show, host Kapil Sharma playfully questioned Priyanka about the film's budget, suggesting that since she joined the cast, the budget had swelled significantly. Priyanka, in her characteristic witty manner, responded, questioning whether he was insinuating that a large portion of the budget was going into her account. This light-hearted banter captivated the audience and added to the film's buzz.

Fans are eagerly anticipating Priyanka's performance, especially as she has taken a step back from Bollywood after moving to Hollywood in 2015. Her last Hindi film was "The Sky Is Pink," released in 2019. The excitement surrounding her role in "Varanasi" is palpable, particularly as she will be sharing the screen with renowned actors Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.

Not much is known about the plot of "Varanasi," but Priyanka has expressed her enthusiasm about working with such esteemed co-stars and being part of Rajamouli's vision. She shared her excitement on social media, mentioning the privilege of collaborating with "legends" from the Telugu and Malayalam film industries. The film is already making waves, with international media promoting it nearly a year ahead of its release.

As the film's shooting has recently commenced in Hyderabad, fans are looking forward to glimpses of Priyanka in her new avatar. With her in a sari holding a gun in the first look, the film presents a unique fusion of traditional aesthetics and contemporary storytelling. "Varanasi" promises to be a visual treat, and the anticipation continues to grow as more details are revealed.