Priyanka Chopra impresses SS Rajamouli with her brutal act in The Bluff: ‘What a fiery performance’

On Thursday, SS Rajamouli took to social media to shower praise on Priyanka Chopra.

Published on: Jan 22, 2026, 13:32:48 IST

By Sugandha Rawal

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Filmmaker SS Rajamouli is clearly bowled over by Priyanka Chopra’s fierce brutal avatar in her upcoming film The Bluff. Showering her with praise, the director called her “unstoppable” and said the actor never fails to spring a surprise with her craft.

Priyanka Chopra is all set to make her comeback to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi.

SS Rajamouli calls Priyanka Chopra ‘unstoppable’

On Thursday, Rajamouli took to social media to shower praise on Priyanka. The filmmaker reposted the trailer of her upcoming film The Bluff on X, formerly known as Twitter, and penned a note lauding her talent, expressing his admiration for her powerful screen presence and craft.

Sharing the trailer of her upcoming film, Rajamouli wrote, “Priyanka is unstoppable and always surprises… What a commanding presence and fiery performance. Looking forward to #TheBluff.”

The filmmaker also shared the note on his Instagram handle. Moved by his words, Priyanka expressed her heartfelt gratitude. She reposted the note on her Instagram Stories, writing, “Thank you for your kind words sir (folded hands and red heart emojis)”.

Meanwhile, Priyanka is all set to make her comeback to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi. Rajamouli’s Varanasi went on floors in January last year and was officially announced in November at a grand event held in Ramoji Film City. The film stars Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Priyanka as Mandakini and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha. Slated for release during Sankranthi 2027, the film is being touted as an adventure drama that spans continents and time.

About Priyanka’s The Bluff

The R-rated adventure will debut on Prime Video on February 25. The action thriller stars Priyanka as Ercell "Bloody Mary" Bodden, a former pirate queen who escaped her violent past to build a quiet life on a Caribbean island in the late 1800s. Karl Urban will be seen as Captain Connor, the current leader of Bloody Mary’s old crew and her former lover. The Russo Brothers have produced The Bluff through their AGBO Studios banner alongside their sister, Angela Russo-Otstot, who serves as chief creative officer.

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Sugandha Rawal
Sugandha Rawal has been writing about entertainment and lifestyle for over 13 years, and if there's one thing that's kept her going, it's a genuine love for storytelling. She completed her graduation in Journalism from the University of Delhi and went on to earn her Master of Media from IP University. Beginning her career in the fast-paced environment of news wire reporting, she learned the art of accuracy, speed, and storytelling under pressure. She later expanded her horizons in print journalism, where she honed her feature-writing skills and developed a keen eye for detail and narrative depth. These days, she's firmly rooted in digital journalism, adapting and evolving with a media landscape that never sits still. Over the years, Sugandha has covered everything from Bollywood and celebrity culture to wellness trends and lifestyle shifts. She enjoys spotting the drama behind headlines, the emotion behind interviews, and the details that others might miss. When she is not chasing the latest entertainment update or lifestyle trend, you will find her observing the cultural shifts that shape the stories we consume every day.Read More

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