Superstar Mahesh Babu is presently engrossed in the production of another much-awaited magnum opus, working on the title SSMB29. Directed by the mastermind SS Rajamouli, the movie is announced as a jungle adventure set around the world with an exclusive plotline, guaranteeing an on-screen experience never before witnessed in Indian cinema.
Latest reports from Telugu Chitraalu indicate that Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to feature with Mahesh Babu for an energetic folk-style dance number in the movie. The energetic track will be choreographed by Raju Sundaram, according to reports. Although the shoot is yet to start, sources indicate that the conceptualization and trial shoots of the song have been done.
Apart from this number, two more key songs and huge action sequences have been apparently planned by Rajamouli to take the visual drama of the film to a higher level. SSMB29 is said to see Mahesh Babu as a tough explorer in the vein of the legendary characters of Indiana Jones with a strong reference from the African mythological folklore. But the official story is closely guarded.
As part of celebrating Mahesh Babu’s birthday this year at 50, the producers announced that a big reveal of the movie will be held in November 2025, hinting at giving the actor a totally new look and a “never-before-seen” first look launch.
Reportedly produced on a whopping budget of ₹900–₹1000 crore, the film was originally rumored to be a two-film series, but the crew is currently considering it for a one-film outing, targeting a 2027 theatrical release.
Apart from Mahesh and Priyanka, the project reportedly features R. Madhavan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in central roles.
Mahesh Babu was recently seen in Guntur Kaaram, which was directed by Trivikram Srinivas, and has also recently provided voiceover for the Telugu-dubbed version of Mufasa: The Lion King.
