Mahesh Babu’s ‘Varanasi’ Title Launch Turns Historic, But SS Rajamouli’s “I Don’t Believe in God” Remark Sparks Massive Outrage Online

By ultapaltakhabar Nov 17, 2025 0

A grand claim reveal, a viral bull-riding entry, electrifying visuals, Varanasi had it all… until Rajamouli’s emotional notice triggered a wave of controversy among Hanuman devotees.

When SS Rajamouli makes a very public appearance, it becomes a case. When Mahesh Babu joins him, it becomes a festival. And when both get with a megaproject titled ‘Varanasi’? Well… it turns into a storm—online and offline.

The long-anticipated title reveal for ‘‘SS Rajamouli’s very next very big blockbuster, previously known as ‘Globetrotter’ and SSMB29, finally took place on Sunday. And, in true Rajamouli style, it was truly cinematic madness. ‘‘Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran’’ graced the event. Thousands of fans thronged the locus, forming a massive crowd. It looked similar to a mini-Kumbh Mela of cinema.

But while the roaring celebrations thundered through the air, one unexpected moment overshadowed all the grandeur: Rajamouli’s emotional comment about not believing in God, which has now sparked a flaming religious tilt across social media.

MAHESH BABU’S EPIC BULL ENTRY BREAKS THE INTERNET

The energy at the event shot up the moment the LED sort lit up with the title ‘‘VARANASI’’ in bold, fiery letters. Fans went wild, chanting Mahesh Babu’s name like a fight cry.

And so came ‘the’ moment.

Mahesh Babu made an entry no one will forget for years—

‘‘riding onto the stage on a bull’’.

Yes. A bull.

The superstar, styled in a tough, globetrotting avatar with hints of African tribal work and Indiana Jones nostalgia, stole the exhibit instantly. His look featured:

– A ‘‘Nandi pendant’’,

– A ‘‘trident-inspired eye marking’’,

– A powerful, very earthy costume,

– And an aura that screamed “action-adventure epic”.

Minutes later, digital screens blasted the movement poster—Mahesh atop a charging bull, dust quick, energy crackling.

Within seconds, ‘‘#Varanasi’’, ‘‘#SSMB29’’, and ‘‘MaheshBabu’’ took over societal media like wildfire.

TECHNICAL GLITCHES BREAK THE FLOW — AND TRIGGER A STORM

Just when the celebration reached peak euphoria, the event hit a major speed bump.

‘‘Technical glitches. Multiple. Repeated. Agonizing.’’

Every clip the glimpse was about to play, the screen froze. The sound crackled. The visuals lagged. Fans grew restless.

Rajamouli, known for his Zen-like quiet, couldn’t mask his frustration.

And then he addressed the audience… and everything changed.

RAJAMOULI’S “I DON’T BELIEVE IN GOD” COMMENT ROILS SOCIAL MEDIA

Speaking emotionally, Rajamouli opened up about the delays:

He shared how his father, vet author Vijayendra Prasad, had once told him:

“Hanuman will draw you in making this film.”

Rajamouli admitted that he personally doesn’t often trust in God. He joked that the repeated glitches were only increasing his irritation, especially because everyone around him kept invoking inspired interference. He still added that his wife, Rama Rajamouli, often speaks to Hanuman “like a friend,” which he finds baffling.

It was meant as a candid, lighthearted moment—a very honorable confession.

But on social media?

‘‘It exploded.’’

Hanuman devotees, Hindu groups, and traditionalists took very sharp offence to his statements. Many accused Rajamouli of:

– Hurting spiritual sentiments

– Displaying double standards

– Benefiting from India’s mythological culture spells mocking faith

– Using inspired characters for box-office success but distancing himself when there’s failure

Within hours, hashtags demanding an excuse began trending across states.

DEVOTEES QUESTION HIS MOTIVES: “WHY MAKE MYTHOLOGICAL FILMS IF YOU DON’T BELIEVE?”

Several influencers and devotees questioned why Rajamouli—who earlier created ‘‘Baahubali’’, ‘‘RRR’’, and other mythologically inspired works—chooses to work with divine symbolism if he openly declares disbelief.

Angry comments flooded X, Instagram, and YouTube livestreams:

– “Does he think he’s supra our gods?”

– “He uses Hanuman for marketing but jokes about Him on stage.”

– “If he doesn’t believe in God, why make a shoot named Varanasi?”

– “He should excuse himself immediately.”

Some fan groups still urged the filmmakers to respect cultural sentiments, especially because the claim ‘Varanasi’ carries very deep spiritual weight.

BIGGEST IRONY? THE EVENT WAS VISUALLY ROOTED IN INDIAN SPIRITUALITY

The stage design, the title reveal styling, Mahesh Babu’s Nandi pendant, the trishul symbolism—all these elements were too deeply rooted in Indic culture.

Which is why Rajamouli’s candid confession struck many as contradictory.

What was supposed to be a celebratory moment now stands at the center of a religious debate, overshadowing still Mahesh Babu’s extremely massive entry.

STAR-STUDDED CAST PROMISES A PAN-WORLD EXPERIENCE

Controversy aside, ‘Varanasi’ is defined as India’s next major worldwide cinematic event.

With:

– ‘‘Mahesh Babu’’ in a never-seen-before globe-trotting avatar

– ‘‘Priyanka Chopra Jonas’’ is grading a really powerful return to Indian cinema

– ‘‘Prithviraj Sukumaran’’ adding intensity

– SS Rajamouli is steering a very massive cinematic universe

…the film is already existing, hailed as ‘India’s answer to international adventure franchises’, similar to ‘Indiana Jones’, ‘Uncharted’, and ‘The Mummy’.

Insiders suggest the film spans continents, cultures, and mystical elements, blending Varanasi’s very ancient force with global mythologies.

WILL RAJAMOULI APOLOGIZE? FANS AND DEVOTEES WAITING FOR A RESPONSE

The filmmaker is well-known for destination controversies with clarity.

But in this clip, the sentiment is emotional, spiritual, and sensitive.

Many devotees argue that:

– The remarks were made publicly

– The case livestream reached millions

– And the claim ‘Varanasi’ carries immense ethnic weight

So they feel a ‘‘public illumination or apology’’ is essential.

Rajamouli, however, hasn’t issued any follow-up statement yet.

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DESPITE CONTROVERSY, ‘VARANASI’ LAUNCH REMAINS ONE OF 2025’S BIGGEST EVENTS

Even with the backlash, one thing is undeniable—

The hype around ‘Varanasi’ is now larger than ever.

From Mahesh Babu’s bull-riding spectacle to the very wholesale visuals, and now the heated, deliberate surrounding Rajamouli’s commentary, the shoot has become the most talked-about project in India overnight.

Expect the buzz to grow louder, wilder, and more volatile as more glimpses stray out.

Because if this claim reveal is anything to go by, ‘Varanasi’ is going to be a cinematic hurricane—on-screen and off.

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