Mahesh Babu and Team Wrap Odisha Schedule for SS Rajamouli's 'SSMB29'

The globally awaited adventure film SSMB29 under the direction of SS Rajamouli finished its Odisha production phase along a major development in its filmmaking process. SSMB29 features Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in its cast as the movie takes audiences on a grand cinematic journey through African and Kenyan forests. The Odisha schedule of the film completed its production cycle after the crew participated in local cultural activities while executing vital shooting sequences. Mahesh Babu returned to Hyderabad after finishing his part of filming which indicated the completion of this particular production period.

After a lengthy absence from Indian cinema Priyanka Chopra made a public appearance at Mumbai airport where she met press photographers with an elegant appearance. Her involvement with the project led to rising anticipation for the upcoming movie. The actors together with the production crew developed friendly relationships with residents while staying in Odisha. Both Mahesh Babu and Priyanka spent their time with fans by taking photos while connecting with local cultures in Odisha. The team demonstrated their informal spirit when SS Rajamouli stopped filming to join local residents for a volleyball match.

SSMB29 is expected to combine historical and mythological elements into a story modelled after classic adventure films in the style of Indiana Jones. Audiences are intrigued by the Kenyan forest background and African setting in SSMB29 as they wonder about Mahesh Babu's character because he looks rough and demanding in appearance. SSMB29 is expected to release its first part during the Summer of 2027 while the second installment follows in 2029.

SSMB29 reportedly received a budget over Rs 1,000 crore to deliver a visual masterpiece through the traditional storytelling approach of Rajamouli. The movie features an elite cast that includes Mahesh Babu in the lead role alongside Priyanka Chopra for a major part while the villain is played by Prithviraj Sukumaran. M.M. Keeravani composed the songs and P.S. Vinod took charge of movie photography. The script of the two-year development process by Vijayendra Prasad displays all indications of delivering a compelling storyline.

The team returns to Hyderabad while the anticipation for SSMB29 keeps increasing. The film promises to become a landmark in Indian cinema through its ambitious scale along with its star-studded cast and visionary direction led by Rajamouli.