Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has set the internet abuzz with a new unseen photo that hints at his transformation for his upcoming film, tentatively titled SSMB 29. While official details about the project remain under wraps, the viral image has fans talking.
In the photo, Mahesh Babu is seen deep in conversation with his wife, Namrata Shirodkar, and another unidentified person. He sports long curly hair and a noticeably muscular build, dressed casually in a beige shirt and black shorts. The actor appears to be seated outdoors on a lawn, possibly during a break from filming.
The photo has sparked comparisons to Mufasa, with fans sharing their excitement online. One comment also mentioned actors Prithviraj Sukumaran and Priyanka Chopra, who are rumored to be part of the film. If confirmed, this would mark Mahesh Babu’s first on-screen collaboration with Chopra.
Priyanka Chopra was recently spotted in India for a shoot, which fans speculate could be related to SSMB 29. Though she shared photos from Odisha during the trip, she did not disclose any information about the project.
Production on SSMB 29 reportedly began a few weeks ago in Hyderabad, with the team later moving to Odisha for a longer schedule. A leaked clip from the sets showing Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran prompted the director to enforce stricter rules, including limiting mobile phone use on set.
So far, the official title, full cast, and crew have not been announced. Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu was last seen in Guntur Kaaram, an action drama directed by Trivikram Srinivas. The film featured an ensemble cast including Sreeleela, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Prakash Raj, Ramya Krishna, and others.
