Filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli has heaped praise on his ‘Varanasi’ leading lady, Priyanka Chopra for her performance in her Hollywood production ‘The Bluff’. In a show of love and support, the director took to his handle to laud his ‘favourite actress’ for her range and screen presence in an honest Teitter review. Taking to to his handle, Rajamouli wrote, “@priyankachopra is one of the few actors who can be utterly vulnerable at one moment and ferociously strong the next. #TheBluff is another testament to her talent, with lots of kick-ass stunts as well. Enjoyed the setting and the pace. Congratulations to the team…”

SS Rajamouli praises Priyanka Chopra

SS Rajamouli and Priyanka Chopra to shoot in Antarctica

Rajamouli is set to venture to the South Pole with Mahesh Babu and Priyanka shoot a portion of their film in Antarctica. After wrapping up their engthy shoot in the African grasslands, the team will reportedly head to the Ross Ice Shelf to film a portion of the film that was first teased in the trailer.The film that blends mythology and science fiction will reportedly see the leading stars venture to the ice shelf, looking for anancient civilisation, buried under the ice after an asteroid reportedly struck the location in 2027 CE.

‘Varanasi’ release date

The film is slated for release in April 2027.