SS Rajamouli’s upcoming cinematic spectacle Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has become the centre of nationwide excitement. The first-look reveal of the core cast has only intensified curiosity, setting off a wave of discussions about the film’s scale and narrative.
While fans eagerly await official updates, a fresh set of rumours has added unexpected buzz – this time involving Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, and a possible on-screen connection through TimeTrotter, the film’s speculated universe.
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The Buzz That Has Fans Hooked: Jr NTR’s Son in the Spotlight
In the latest round of strong industry speculation, Jr NTR’s younger son Bhargava Ram is reportedly being considered for a key portrayal in the film. According to the chatter circulating online, seven-year-old Bhargava Ram may be stepping into the role of the childhood version of Mahesh Babu’s character.
Reports : Bhargava Ram, Son of #JrNTR Has been cast to play young #MaheshBabu In #Varanasi#SSRajaMouli #GlobeTrotter #NTR
— IndiaGlitz Telugu™ (@igtelugu) November 27, 2025
While no official confirmation has surfaced, the rumour alone has kept social media buzzing. If the buzz is anything to go by, this intriguing casting choice is something fans didn’t see coming.
Mahesh Babu’s Children and Their Potential Launch
Even before this new update, reports had claimed that Mahesh Babu himself was open to introducing his children to cinema through Varanasi. Rumours suggest that Sitara Ghattamaneni and Gautam Ghattamaneni might be given impactful roles in the film’s narrative.
A report by Cinejosh stated that Mahesh Babu feels this is the perfect project for such a debut, given Rajamouli’s global appeal and the film’s epic scope. However, whether Rajamouli has formally endorsed the idea remains unclear.
Fueling these theories further, Namrata Shirodkar had earlier dropped a subtle hint about Sitara’s potential entry into films, sparking a wave of excitement among fans.
Star Cameos: Another Layer of Mystery
Apart from these debut-related rumours, the film is also surrounded by whispers of high-profile cameo appearances. Names like Ranbir Kapoor, Vivek Oberoi, and R. Madhavan are being associated with brief but powerful roles in Varanasi.
While these reports remain unconfirmed, the possibility itself has amplified curiosity, adding more star power to an already massive project.
TimeTrotter: The Universe Everyone Wants to Decode
The themes tied to Varanasi – time travel, mythology, and grandeur – have created an aura of enigma around the film. Even before a teaser has dropped, fans are diving deep into theories about Rajamouli’s new cinematic universe.
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With the possibility of combining Mahesh Babu’s role, Jr NTR’s son’s involvement, and the Ghattamaneni kids’ potential debut, the film is shaping up to be a multi-generational highlight in Indian cinema.
