There is growing talk that director S.S. Rajamouli may have gradually evolved Varanasi into a larger mythological film, shifting away from its initial positioning as an adventure drama. This speculation intensified after Rajamouli reportedly shared with a foreign publication that elements from the Ramayana will appear throughout the nearly three-hour runtime.
Narrative Structure and Globe-Trotting Approach:
According to reported statements, the film will not feature one complete, uninterrupted Ramayana episode such as the war sequence before shifting entirely to a globe-trotting adventure. Instead, the Ramayana elements are woven into different stages of the narrative whenever required, with the story moving back and forth between two distinct worlds. Rajamouli has reportedly structured Varanasi differently from his traditional storytelling style, designing it with international appeal so that the mythological portions remain integrated rather than confined to a single section.
Clarification on Script Integrity and Rumours:
Despite widespread industry chatter, sources indicate there is no truth to rumors claiming that Varanasi has transformed into a predominantly mythological film or that sequences depicting Lord Rama were expanded later for commercial motives. Insiders clarify that no major mid-way script changes have occurred, and Rajamouli is filming the project exactly as originally mapped out without significant additions post-commencement. Ultimately, starring Mahesh Babu, Varanasi stays true to its core as an adventure drama in the style of the Indiana Jones series, enriched with deep Ramayana elements woven seamlessly throughout the plot.
