Following the immense success of ‘RRR‘, renowned director SS Rajamouli, in collaboration with superstar Mahesh Babu, has garnered widespread attention for their upcoming film. The entire film industry is eagerly anticipating the launch of this exciting project. Recent updates have thrilled fans, particularly photos that have revealed Mahesh Babu’s look, captivating everyone. With pre-production work nearly complete, the film is expected to start shooting soon. During this phase, composer M.M. Keeravani made some startling comments.
Is the Story Ready?
Fans are expecting that the shooting for ‘SSMB29‘ under Rajamouli’s direction will begin around Mahesh Babu’s birthday on August 9. However, their excitement was tempered when music director M.M. Keeravani revealed that he hasn’t started working on the project yet and that the story has not been finalized. He confirmed that some test shoots are underway and hinted that the story could be locked within a week. Keeravani also mentioned that he plans to commence his music work by July or August. Given that test shoots are already happening, the film’s shooting is likely to start either by the end of this year or early next year, which has left fans deeply disappointed.
Is the Story Based on Those Novels?
Rajamouli’s father, star writer Vijayendra Prasad, is providing the story for ‘SSMB29’. Recently, there have been rumors that Rajamouli and his team have purchased the rights to two African novels by Wilbur Smith, noting that the upcoming movie will feature an African jungle backdrop. This acquisition raises questions if these novels are indeed the basis for SSMB29, which is causing speculation among fans. The film unit needs to provide clarity on these truths.
Mahesh in a Dual Role!
There’s a buzz on social media that Mahesh Babu will be playing dual roles in ‘SSMB29’. However, there has been no official confirmation from Rajamouli’s team. If this news is true, it would indeed be great news for the superstar’s fans. The film circles are discussing that Mahesh will appear in a very intense role, and audiences will see a side of Mahesh they haven’t seen before.
Nani in a Special Role?
Another rumor that circulated previously on social media is that young hero Nani will play a special role in ‘SSMB 29’. Given the film’s international scope, Rajamouli is reportedly bringing on actors from Tollywood to Hollywood for various roles, and Nani’s name has been finalized for one such role. There’s a strong relationship between Rajamouli and Nani, making it highly likely that Nani will be involved. Rajamouli’s team needs to provide clarity on this. Previously, Nani starred in Rajamouli’s film ‘Eega’, and although his screen time was short, he gained significant recognition.
Has That Actress Been Cast?
A new name has emerged for the heroine’s role in ‘SSMB 29’. There’s speculation that the filmmakers are considering Alia Bhatt to star opposite Mahesh Babu. Alia previously collaborated with director Rajamouli in ‘RRR’, where her performance was well-received. This has fueled rumors of her potential casting in this new project. An official update on this is anticipated soon. Additionally, there are reports that Hollywood actress Chelsea Islan has been chosen for ‘SSMB 29’, though this has not been officially confirmed by the producers.
