PRITHVIRAJ SUKUMARAN TO PLAY A NEGATIVE ROLE IN SS RAJAMOULI AND MAHESH BABU'S 'SSMB29'
After the massive success of 'RRR', renowned director SS Rajamouli is gearing up for his next grand project, tentatively titled 'SSMB29'. The film stars Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role. For a long time, details about this project have been kept under wraps, with only Mahesh Babu officially confirmed as the main lead.
Recent reports from Pinkvilla have revealed exciting new information that Prithviraj Sukumaran will play the villain opposite Mahesh Babu. The film's script, which has been in development for some time, has now been finalized. Rajamouli, working closely with his father Vijayendra Prasad, has begun the casting and pre-production process. According to sources, Rajamouli and Prithviraj have been in discussions for a while and have now officially signed the contract.
Prithviraj was last seen in "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan" playing the main antagonist and is set to take on Mahesh Babu in this upcoming film. The villain role in 'SSMB29' is said to be unique and well-developed, with a detailed backstory that justifies the character's actions. This aspect of the script has Prithviraj excited for his first collaboration with both SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu.
The film is expected to be a jungle adventure thriller, primarily shot in the African jungles. With a budget exceeding Rs 1000 crore, 'SSMB29' is set to be one of the most expensive films in Indian cinema. Mahesh Babu is also expected to co-produce this massive project.
Given the global success of 'RRR', many international studios are eager to collaborate with Rajamouli. Reports indicate that talks are ongoing with major studios like Disney and Sony Pictures. These studios are expected to assist in bringing an international crew on board, further elevating the film's production value. The film is slated to begin shooting in the last quarter of 2024 or early 2025.
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'SSMB29' will be shot in both real-life jungle locations and studio setups. Rajamouli aims to raise the bar for Indian cinema by creating exceptional visuals set against the backdrop of African jungles. He is also looking to redefine the traditional hero-villain dynamic, a concept that has intrigued both Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj.