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Priyanka Chopra Addresses Rs. 1300 Crore Budget Rumours Around Rajamouli’s Varanasi
Priyanka Chopra is ready to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s ambitious film Varanasi. Mahesh Babu is the movie's lead, and a 2027 theatrical release has been planned. With one of the greatest Indian directors at the helm and a reported budget of Rs. 1300 crore, the film has already become one of the most talked-about Indian productions in recent years
Rs. 1300 Crore Budget Confirmed
Priyanka, during her presence at The Great Indian Kapil Show, confirmed that Varanasi's Rs. 1300 crore reported budget is true. It was the secret that further increased the interest in the project's magnitude. Nevertheless, she did not mention anything about her remuneration, avoiding the confirmation or denial regarding the amount paid for the movie.
Kapil Sharma’s Playful Dig
The host, Kapil Sharma, was unable to stop himself from making fun of the scenario. He humorously said that Priyanka's projects are always big and proposed that the budget might have expanded even more because of her inclusion.
Kapil stated, “Matlab to yahi nikalta hai,” pointing out that the high cost was implicit. The comment made the crowd laugh and soon became a trending topic on the internet.
Priyanka’s Sharp Comeback
Priyanka was quick to reply, and with her usual humor, she denied that the budget had anything to do with her salary. “Aap ulta naak pakadne ki koshish kar rahe hai?” she said, still in a lighthearted and comical manner.
The exchange highlighted her ease with playful banter while keeping personal financial details firmly private.
Why Varanasi Is Generating Massive Interest
Varanasi marks Priyanka Chopra’s first Indian film since The Sky Is Pink in 2019. Early visuals showing her in a sari while holding a gun have fueled excitement. Sharing screen space with Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran further raises expectations for the pan-Indian spectacle.
A High-Stakes Comeback
Priyanka Chopra’s reappearance in Varanasi is a reflection of her previous decision to take on daring projects. The production and international attention of this pairing with SS Rajamouli have indicated a shift in her career.
Although her remuneration still remains a secret, the hype around the movie has given a clear indication that her return is having a strong impact already.