News18. SS Rajamouli's Varanasi reportedly has a Ramayana connection, with a viral post claiming Mahesh Babu's character travels through time. Does SS Rajamouli's Varanasi have a Ramayana connection? A viral theory involving nine gemstones, Kumbhakarna and time travel has sparked curiosity. Rajamouli's Varanasi sparks comparisons with Ramayana as fans discuss Mahesh Babu's Ramudu look, visuals, VFX, and mythic storytelling.