India, Dec. 15 -- Varanasi is SS Rajamouli's new film, which is busy with its shoot in Hyderabad. Some key scenes featuring Mahesh Babu are being canned at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, in a specially erected set.

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Meanwhile, we have come to know that versatile actor Prakash Raj has been roped in to play a key role in the film. Reports suggest that he will be seen as Mahesh Babu's father in the adventure thriller and will soon join the sets of the film.

Prakash Raj had earlier played a key role in SS Rajamouli's Vikramarkudu, which was a smash hit at the box office. After a very long gap, he is teaming up ...