Former actress Namrata Shirodkar could not contain her pride for her husband, Mahesh Babu, after he received massive praise at CCXP Mexico 2026. During the event, the actor was hailed as one of the biggest stars in Telugu cinema. Namrata shared the moment on social media with cheerful emojis, expressing her joy.
'Varanasi' Team at CCXP Mexico 2026
The team behind SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' made a strong mark at CCXP Mexico 2026. Filmmaker SS Karthikeya shared special behind-the-scenes clips of the film. He also showcased the 'Varanasi to the World' video, marking a significant step for the film on an international stage.
Massive Praise for Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli
At the event, the host spoke highly of Mahesh Babu, stating, 'Mahesh Babu, for those who don't know, is one of the biggest actors, if not the biggest, in Telugu cinema. Tollywood, specifically.' The host also praised SS Rajamouli, saying, 'SS Rajamouli is one of, if not the biggest, filmmakers in Indian cinema as a whole.' The host added that this is the first time the duo is working together, noting, 'It had been like a decade. It had been a long time of trying to get schedules aligned, trying to figure out the right project for them to collaborate on.'
Namrata Shirodkar felt overjoyed after watching the video. She shared it on her Instagram stories, adding red hearts and clapping emojis. This gesture showed how proud she is of her husband.
Always Mahesh Babu's Biggest Cheerleader
Namrata Shirodkar has always been Mahesh Babu's biggest cheerleader. During the release of his previous movie, 'Guntur Kaaram,' she posted heartfelt notes on Instagram and hyped up the release. She shared a picture of the actor and wrote, 'Let's rock it, MB!!! #gunturkaram.'
About 'Varanasi'
Coming back to 'Varanasi,' the movie is a large-scale time-traveling adventure thriller with Mahesh Babu playing the character Rudra. The movie stars Priyanka Chopra as Mandkini, the female lead, and features Prithiviraj Sukumar as the main antagonist Kumbha. The film is said to be made on a massive budget of Rs 1,400 crore and is set to hit theaters on April 7, 2027.
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