SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, is making trade headlines with reports of a ₹150 crore asking price for Nizam theatrical rights — a figure that would shatter all previous regional distribution records.
Record-Breaking Valuation
According to the latest trade reports, the makers have quoted a staggering ₹150 crore for the film’s Nizam theatrical rights. While the producers are yet to officially confirm the valuation, the reported asking price underlines the enormous expectations surrounding one of Indian cinema’s most anticipated films. The Varanasi overseas rights were earlier reported at ₹160 crore, signaling massive confidence across all territories.
The reported deal has sparked widespread discussion in trade circles because of the benchmark it sets. RRR currently holds the record for the highest distributor share in the Nizam region, collecting around ₹112 crore share during its theatrical run. If Varanasi is acquired for ₹150 crore, the film would need to significantly outperform RRR in the territory to ensure distributors recover their investment.
| Film | Nizam Record | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RRR | ₹112 Cr Share | Actual Collection |
| Varanasi | ₹150 Cr (Reported) | Asking Price |
Trade estimates suggest the Mahesh Babu-starrer may have to gross well over ₹180–200 crore in Nizam alone, depending on the final revenue-sharing structure and distribution terms. Distributors have been rushing in with record-breaking offers since the project was announced, reflecting the trade’s confidence in the Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu combination.
Release Details
Directed by SS Rajamouli, Varanasi stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran in key roles and is scheduled to hit theatres on April 7, 2027. Although the reported ₹150 crore valuation remains unconfirmed, the buzz reflects the extraordinary confidence the trade has in Rajamouli’s ability to deliver another historic box-office blockbuster after the global success of RRR.