Mahesh Babu According to reports, he was photographed dressed up as Lord Ram and the picture is said to be from the shoot of his upcoming film Varanasi. In the photo, he is wearing yellow clothing, which is believed to be from the time Ram spent in the forest during his exile. No one has confirmed whether the photo is authentic, but it went viral on social media. Many people also associate his appearance with Ranbir Kapoorwho plays Lord Ram in the show Nitesh TiwariIt’s Ramayana.
Mahesh Babu’s photo appears on Reddit
The image, a screenshot taken from a report by KoiMoi, was posted on Reddit with the portal’s caption: “Mahesh Babu from Varanasi takes the internet by storm with his Lord Ram look.” The photo appears to capture the actor in the process, with crew members watching him in the background.
Netizens react to Mahesh Babu’s look
Reactions from users poured in. One netizen commented: “Namit and Ranbir better get ready. Kahi SSR’s 10-minute mein puri ‘Ramayana’ movie covers up na kar de, just like he did in the trailer.” Another user commented: “These leaks are intentional. Hollywood started doing it and now everyone else is following suit.” A third comment simply said: Third comment. Someone else commented, “He looks the part.” Another user added, “Yes, he looks great; can’t comment on his acting, but he fits the role. I don’t know why this looks like an AI image.” Another comment read, “I believe SSR can bring out the best in MB. Another user looks like an AI image.” Another comment read, “I believe SSR can bring out the best in MB.”
Rajamouli recalls his first reaction to Mahesh Babu’s look
Meanwhile, SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi continues to create a huge buzz and is considered one of the most anticipated films in recent times. “I got goosebumps on the first day when Mahesh came for the photo shoot dressed in Lord Ram’s garb,” Rajamouli said at an event last year. I’m very sad. Mahesh had the charisma of Krishna and the coolness of Rama. Still, I’m confident. I even set that photo as my wallpaper and then deleted it so no one would see it.“
More about Mahesh Babu’s ‘Varanasi’
Apart from Mahesh Babu, the film also stars Priyanka Chopramarked her return to Indian cinema. Prithviraj Sukumaran Playing the villain, some fan theories circulating online speculate that he could be playing a version of Kumkaran, although this remains unofficial. “Varanasi” is expected to be released in 2027.
