Mahesh Babu's daughter Sitara jumps in joy, cheers for him at Varanasi event; fans call them ‘best father-daughter duo’
A video from the Varanasi event in Hyderabad showed Mahesh Babu's daughter, Sitaara, expressing her excitement after seeing the teaser.
Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu’s look as Rudhra from his and SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi was unveiled at a grand event on November 15 in Hyderabad. Fans flocked in large numbers to watch the teaser, erupting in cheers when the actor’s look was revealed. However, it was Mahesh’s daughter Sitara’s reaction that truly stole the show.

Sitara cheers for dad Mahesh Babu
A video from the event surfaced online showing Sitara jumping with joy after Mahesh’s look was unveiled and he returned to his seat. Another clip showed the anchor chanting “Jai Babu,” sending the crowd into a frenzy. Sitara was seen raising her hand, cheering and chanting “Jai Babu” while sitting beside her father. The moment was all things adorable, and Mahesh couldn’t stop smiling at his daughter’s enthusiasm.
Fans also showered love on the sweet bond between the father and daughter. One comment read, “This is so cute.” Another said, “Best father–daughter duo.” A fan wrote, “King and princess together,” while another added, “She looks so happy and excited. Sweet.”
Namrata Shirodkar also joined Sitara and Mahesh Babu for the grand evening. The event was attended by Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj Sukumaran, MM Keeravani and others, and featured a special performance by Shruti Haasan, who lit up the stage with her voice.
About Varanasi
Helmed by SS Rajamouli, Varanasi stars Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist Kumbha, and Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini. The teaser has created major buzz and hints at a connection to the Ramayana. Rajamouli even confirmed at the event that Mahesh Babu will also be seen as Lord Rama in the film. After watching the teaser, many fans believe the film involves time travel. The teaser and first-look posters have also earned praise from filmmakers like Karan Johar and Prashanth Neel. Varanasi is scheduled to release in cinemas on Sankranti 2027.
ABOUT THE AUTHORRiya SharmaRiya Sharma is a content producer at Hindustan Times who lives and breathes entertainment. If there’s gossip making noise in Bollywood or a reality show moment breaking the internet, chances are she’s already writing about it. She loves digging out the juiciest stories, spotting viral pegs and turning it into easy-to-read content. A journalism graduate from IP University, Riya began her career as a social media executive, where she learned the art of grabbing attention in a scroll-heavy world. But her love for showbiz soon pulled her into entertainment journalism, because for her, it’s always been entertainment, entertainment and more entertainment. An artist at heart, Riya has a deep passion for acting, music and dance, which shapes how she watches and writes about films and reality shows. She loves sharing her views and reviews, especially when something excites, surprises or completely disappoints her. A hardcore reality show fan, Riya enjoys tracking every twist, task and meltdown, and breaking them down for readers who can’t get enough of high-voltage drama. Movies are equally close to her heart, whether it’s a big theatrical release or a binge-worthy OTT series, she’s always watching, and analysing what’s worth the time. She loves talking to celebrities, asking questions that go beyond the usual. When she’s not working, she’s either glued to a new web series, hunting for underrated thrillers on OTT platforms, or rewatching iconic Bollywood moments.Read More
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