Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu and his family embraced the festive spirit in a private Christmas celebration, with his wife Namrata Shirodkar offering fans a delightful glimpse into their personal festivities. The actress took to her social media platform on 25th December to share candid moments from their Christmas bash, capturing the joy and togetherness of the evening.
Festive Family Portraits and Twinning Siblings
In a series of pictures shared via Instagram Stories, the close-knit family posed with their inner circle. Mahesh Babu sported a casual yet festive look, wearing a red t-shirt paired with blue jeans that matched the party's theme. Notably, the actor is sporting long hair and a beard, a transformation for his highly anticipated upcoming film.
The photographs also featured their children, son Gautam and daughter Sitara, who delighted fans by twinning in matching maroon outfits for the occasion. Namrata Shirodkar herself looked elegant in a black ensemble. She posted multiple images with friends and family, extending warm Merry Christmas wishes to all her followers.
Behind Mahesh Babu's New Look: The 'Varanasi' Transformation
The actor's distinctive new appearance is directly linked to his work on the upcoming cinematic venture, 'Varanasi', directed by the acclaimed SS Rajamouli. This project is not just another film for the star; he has described it as a "dream project" and a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity.
'Varanasi' is a mythological action-adventure thriller with a reported colossal budget of over Rs 1300 crore. Mahesh Babu plays the lead role of Rudhra, a character said to be inspired by iconic figures like Indiana Jones and Lord Ram, and portrayed with a hugely muscular physique.
The film boasts an impressive cast, featuring global icon Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini and Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran as the main antagonist, Kumbha. Veteran actor Prakash Raj is also part of the stellar lineup. The musical score will be composed by the legendary M. M. Keeravani.
A Grand Vision for Indian Cinema
The film's title and teaser were unveiled at a grand Globetrotter event, where Mahesh Babu expressed his deep commitment. He vowed to work as hard as possible to make everyone, especially his director, proud. The actor made a bold proclamation, stating, "When Varanasi releases, India will be proud of us."
Slated for a 2027 release, 'Varanasi' is poised to be one of the most ambitious and expensive Indian films ever made. The recent family photos provide not just a peek into the Babu family's Christmas but also an exciting, unofficial first look at the physical transformation of one of Tollywood's biggest stars for this epic project.
