Overview

• SSMB29 stars Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra in lead roles for the globe-trotting action-adventure.
• Key sequences have been filmed in Kenya, including a pivotal introductory scene featuring the protagonists.
• A sprawling replica of Varanasi’s ghats is under construction in Hyderabad to bring the film’s mythological landscapes to life.
• Industry sources report R Madhavan will portray Mahesh Babu’s father after Chiyaan Vikram declined the role, although makers have yet to confirm.
• The film is slated for a 2027 single-part release on a budget estimated at Rs 900–1000 crore.