Priyanka Chopra Jonas Ignites the Screen as Mandakini: SS Rajamouli Unveils Explosive First Look from Globetrotter
Hyderabad, November 12, 2025 – In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the global film fraternity, visionary director SS Rajamouli has pulled back the curtain on Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s riveting first look from his much-hyped action epic Globetrotter. The poster, dropped like a Molotov cocktail on social media today, casts the Bollywood-turned-Hollywood powerhouse in the role of Mandakini – a character who fuses the timeless elegance of a desi heroine with the raw ferocity of a battlefield warrior. Draped in a flowing mustard yellow saree, Priyanka leaps mid-air, rifle in hand, unleashing a hail of bullets against a backdrop of roaring flames and crumbling terrain. It’s not just a poster; it’s a declaration of war on the ordinary.
Rajamouli, fresh off the Oscar-sweeping triumph of RRR, took to X (formerly Twitter) to herald Priyanka’s return, captioning the image: “The woman who redefined Indian Cinema on the global stage. Welcome back, Desi Girl! @priyankachopra Can’t wait for the world to witness your myriad shades of MANDAKINI. #GlobeTrotter.” The post, featuring the actress in a windswept pose that screams unbridled power, has already amassed millions of views, with fans dubbing it “RRR-level fire” and “Priyanka’s Quantico meets Baahubali.”
Priyanka, ever the enigma, amplified the reveal on her own platforms with a cryptic tease: “She’s more than what meets the eye… say hello to Mandakini. #GlobeTrotter.” Her co-star, Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, joined the frenzy by reposting the image with a simple yet seismic: “And now she arrives… Meet MANDAKINI @priyankachopra.” The banter between the two – a mix of playful jabs and mutual admiration that’s been bubbling online for weeks – only heightens the intrigue. Priyanka recently quipped about learning Telugu for the role, calling her collaboration with Mahesh “the best way to join Telugu cinema… with the greats!” It’s clear: this isn’t just a film; it’s a cultural collision course.
For Priyanka, Globetrotter (tentatively known as SSMB29) marks a seismic homecoming. It’s her first major Indian outing since the 2013 superhero spectacle Krrish 3, a 12-year hiatus filled with Hollywood heavy-hitters like Quantico, Baywatch, and the Amazon Prime juggernaut Citadel. The global icon, who has balanced motherhood, production ventures, and red-carpet dominance, seems poised to bridge her worlds once more. “Adiri poyindi,” she gushed in a recent fan interaction, translating to “I’m going crazy” – a sentiment echoed by industry insiders who whisper of grueling action sequences shot across continents. Whether Mandakini is ally, antagonist, or something deliciously ambiguous to Mahesh’s yet-unrevealed lead remains under wraps, but the mythological undertones in her name (evoking the sacred river of the Himalayas) hint at Rajamouli’s signature blend of epic lore and pulse-pounding spectacle.
The ensemble is a dream team’s fever dream. Mahesh Babu, the understated king of Tollywood, steps into Rajamouli’s orbit for the first time, promising a performance that could eclipse his Pokiri glory. Prithviraj Sukumaran, unveiled just days ago as the shadowy antagonist Kumbha – a sleek, suit-clad menace straight out of a Nolan fever dream – brings his Malayalam intensity to the mix. And let’s not forget Shruti Haasan, whose sultry vocals already graced the film’s teaser single “Globetrotter,” composed by the maestro MM Keeravani. Produced under the banner of Sri Durga Arts, this globe-spanning adventure is poised to outdo RRR‘s box-office blitz, with whispers of a budget north of ₹500 crore and shoots hopping from the Arabian deserts to the Scottish highlands.
As the hype builds, all eyes turn to November 15. That’s when Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad transforms into ground zero for Globetrotter‘s grand title launch – a mega-event powered by Mahesh’s legions of fans and Rajamouli’s directorial wizardry. Industry sources peg attendance at over 50,000, making it one of India’s largest live fan spectacles. Expect fireworks (literal and figurative), the unveiling of Mahesh’s look, and perhaps a sizzle reel that cements Globetrotter as the next pan-Indian behemoth.
In an era where crossovers are king, Priyanka’s Mandakini feels like destiny’s script. From Quantico’s sharp-shooting agent to Globetrotter‘s saree-clad sharpshooter, she’s not just returning – she’s reclaiming. As one fan aptly tweeted: “Priyanka in a saree with a gun? Rajamouli’s world is about to explode.” Buckle up, cinephiles; the desi girl’s back, and she’s armed to the teeth. Globetrotter isn’t just a film – it’s the spark that could set the global stage ablaze.
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