Director SS Rajamouli and superstar Mahesh Babu are set to collaborate on the movie ‘SSMB29‘. A few months ago, the film frequently made headlines with various updates, but it has since gone silent. However, a recent update has brought it back into the spotlight. It is widely discussed online that Mahesh Babu’s upcoming film is based on two African novels. Let’s delve into the details of these claims.
Is the Story Really Based on Those Novels?
The film featuring Mahesh Babu and directed by Rajamouli is one of the most eagerly awaited projects in Tollywood. Rajamouli’s father, renowned writer Vijayendra Prasad, has provided the story for the movie. The storyline is reportedly complete, and pre-production work is currently underway. Recently, speculation has arisen that Rajamouli and his team have acquired the rights to two African novels, specifically those written by Wilbur Smith. There is talk in film circles that ‘SSMB29’ will be set against the backdrop of the African wilderness. The acquisition of rights to these African novels raises several questions. Is Rajamouli really basing SSMB29 on these books? This has caused much speculation among fans, and the film unit needs to provide clarity on these rumors.
The Reason for the Delay!
Movie enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the start of shooting for SSMB29. Filming was initially scheduled to begin in June, but due to pending pre-production work, it has been delayed. The primary reason for this delay is the extended time required for location scouting. Rajamouli now plans to start shooting in December once all preparations are complete. If that timeline doesn’t work out, they plan to begin early next year.
A Key Role for an Indonesian Starlet!
There were previous reports that a Hollywood actress would join the cast of SSMB29. However, Indonesian actress Chelsea Elizabeth Islan has been selected for this massive project. Known for her dual heritage of American and Indonesian descent, Chelsea gained recognition at just 18 years of age. She has starred in Indonesian hits like ‘The Baliq 98’, ‘Rudy’, and ‘Habibie,’ and has even won the Second Indonesian Choice Award for Best Actress. An official announcement from Rajamouli’s team regarding her participation is still awaited.
A National-Level Press Meet?
So far, director Rajamouli hasn’t provided any official updates about ‘SSMB29’. Will he hold a press meet to announce the details, as he has done for his previous films? This question is sparking interesting discussions. Reports suggest that Rajamouli is planning something big this time, which explains the long wait. If pre-production work is completed, a national-level press meet is expected to take place. The movie team is considering making an announcement to both Telugu and national media simultaneously. However, Rajamouli’s team still needs to provide clarity on this matter.
