‘Varanasi’: MM Keeravani to compose background score of SS Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu film in September - Report

Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani, who took over the world with his beats of the ‘RRR’ single ‘Naatu Naatu’ is again collaborating with SS Rajamouli. He is adding tunes to the upcoming magnum opus ‘Varanasi’ starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithiviraj Sukumaran. Recently, he shared an update regarding the film’s background score.

Background score work planned for 2026

According to a report by 123Telugu, MM Keeravani shared that he will be composing the background music of ‘Varanasi’ in September 2026.

Six songs confirmed in the film

Earlier in November, MM Keeravani while speaking with PTI attending the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, shared that the movie will include six songs. "They (fans) can expect grandeur; more than that, I'm not supposed to reveal. There will be six songs in the film," he said. He also spoke about the pressure it comes after ‘Naatu Naatu’. "There is no pressure at all. When there’s clarity and conviction in any task you do, whether it’s a movie project or anything at all, pressure comes when there is confusion. To me, there’s no confusion," he said.

MM Keeravani talks about ‘Varanasi’

The teaser and title of the film were released on November 15 at the Globetrotter event held in Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad. During the entire cast and team members were present. MM Keeravani talked about his journey with SS Rajamouli and said, "From 'Student No 1' to the Oscars, my journey with my brother SS Rajamouli has been filled with many wonders and surprises. With 'RRR', even the other side of the globe saw us. Now, as we explore the world, we are going to bring some of those fantasies and unique things from around the world to you through 'SSMB 29': 'Globetrotter'."



The makers have released 'Varanasi's title track, which is sung by Shruti Haasan.

‘Varanasi’, which is set to be a grand jungle adventure, time-travel film, will be released on April 7, 2027.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”