The highly anticipated collaboration between superstar Mahesh Babu and acclaimed director SS Rajamouli, tentatively titled SSMB29, has generated significant buzz, with recent developments confirming key casting choices and promising a major reveal. What began as playful banter on social media has evolved into official confirmation, exciting fans eager for details about this globe-trotting jungle adventure.
Mahesh Babu himself inadvertently confirmed the involvement of Bollywood icon Priyanka Chopra and Malayalam cinema's celebrated actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in the project. In a light-hearted exchange with Rajamouli on Twitter, Mahesh Babu playfully pressed the director for updates, leading to the revelation. Rajamouli, known for maintaining secrecy around his projects, expressed mock frustration as the actors' participation became public knowledge.
Priyanka Chopra, who was last seen in the web series "Citadel" and the 2019 Bollywood film "The Sky Is Pink", is reportedly cast as the female lead, marking her return to Indian cinema. Prithviraj Sukumaran, who recently appeared as an antagonist in "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan", is said to be playing a key role as well. While details about their characters remain under wraps, their presence adds significant star power to the already promising project.
SSMB29 is being described as an action-adventure film set against the backdrop of the Amazon rainforests, with Mahesh Babu portraying a rugged explorer in the vein of Indiana Jones. The film has been shot across various locations in India and Kenya, adding to the project's scale and visual appeal. Veteran music composer MM Keeravani, who has collaborated with Rajamouli on several successful projects, including "RRR," is on board to create the film's score. Cinematographer PS Vinod will also be contributing his expertise to the film.
Adding to the anticipation, SS Rajamouli has promised a significant reveal regarding SSMB29. While the exact nature of the reveal remains a mystery, fans are speculating about a possible first-look poster, teaser, or further details about the film's plot and characters. The announcement is expected to provide more clarity on the project's direction and offer a glimpse into Rajamouli's vision for this ambitious venture.
The film is produced by Narayana KL. SSMB29 is slated to release on November 14, 2025. With the confirmed casting of Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, coupled with SS Rajamouli's promise of a major reveal, SSMB29 is well on its way to becoming one of the most talked-about films in Indian cinema.
