The cinematic world is abuzz with the news that acclaimed director SS Rajamouli and superstar Mahesh Babu are teaming up for an epic action-adventure film set against a lush forest backdrop. With working titles like SSRMB and SSMB29, this project is shaping up to be a global spectacle rather than just an Indian film.
Rajamouli, who catapulted Telugu cinema onto the global stage with the Baahubali series and captured international acclaim with RRR, especially after the Oscar-winning success of the song “Natu Natu,” is now setting his sights even higher. Esteemed Hollywood figures like Steven Spielberg and James Cameron have lauded his work, and with this momentum, Rajamouli is crafting his next masterpiece with a worldwide audience in mind.
The director has made it clear that his upcoming collaboration with Mahesh Babu is poised to be the most ambitious of his career, aiming for a global reach. Hollywood studios are reportedly eager to collaborate, with several leading companies interested in co-producing the film. Negotiations are underway to finalize these partnerships.
Touted to potentially be the most expensive production in Indian cinema, SSMB29 will be produced by KL Narayana under the Durga Arts banner, with significant involvement from renowned Hollywood production houses.
Set primarily in the African wilderness, a significant portion of the movie will be shot on location abroad. Rajamouli’s team is currently scouting for the perfect spots. Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu is undergoing a transformation to embody his character.