Renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli’s maiden project with Mahesh Babu, SSMB 29 (tentative title) has become the talk of the town. With each update related to the upcoming movie, the excitement around its release has been increasing. Recently, the RRR director hinted at his upcoming film SSMB 29 and shared an important update. 

As per a report in Gulte.com, SS Rajamouli spoke to international journalists and said, “I mean I love animals. I keep using them in my films before. I’m pretty sure I’ll be using more animals than RRR in my forthcoming films. That’s for sure” This revelation has definitely made all moviegoers, especially die-hard fans of Mahesh Babu, excited to see the Telugu superstar in some action-packed sequences. 

SS Rajamouli’s connection with animals is seen in many films. Whether it is Ram Charan and Kajal Aggarwal starrer Magadheera or RC and Jr NTR’s film RRR, the filmmakers have delivered some great cinematic experiences by using animals. 

In his last blockbuster RRR, the interval sequence became one of the biggest highlights of the film. The sequence features multiple animals generated using VFX that fight along with Jr NTR and Ram Charan. 

Coming back to SSMB 29, celebrated screenwriter, director, and father of SS Rajamouli, Vijayendra Prasad recently revealed that SSMB 29 would begin shooting in January 2025. Moreover, the writer has also stated that it usually takes them 3-4 weeks to develop a story, but for Mahesh Babu, they have taken more than 2 years to develop the story of the film.

As per several reports, Mahesh Babu starrer is speculated to be a globe-trotting adventure. It would feature the Guntur Kaaram actor in a role rooted in Lord Hanuman of Hindu mythology. Moreover, there have also been rumors that the film would be a jungle adventure flick. 

As per a report on Gulte.com, Mahesh Babu has been working hard for his role in the film. The actor is said to have undergone a massive physical transformation. Mahesh Babu’s recent long hair and beard look has gone viral on social media with several netizens assuming that it is for his film SSMB 29. 

Allu Arjun grabbed the spotlight during the elections in Andhra Pradesh back in May 2024 after he violated the model code of conduct maintained during polling and visited Nandyal to show his support for YSRCP candidate Shilpa Ravi Chandra Kishore Reddy. While an immediate case was filed against the actor on this matter, it seems the star has now taken up a completely different recourse.

The recent report suggests that Allu Arjun filed a petition to quash the existing case against him in the Andhra Pradesh High Court, where he was accused of violating Section 144 and Police Act 30, which were placed in action in Andhra Pradesh at that time. The actor’s visit to Nandyal to show his support for the candidate created a huge crowd gathering that went against the norms of poll conduct.

Seeking his relief from the case, Allu Arjun has moved to the HC now. The court has reportedly admitted the plea and has tentatively scheduled its hearing for Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

For the unversed, the fact that the actor showcased support to a candidate from a different party and not his uncle Pawan Kalyan for the same seat in the Andhra Pradesh constituency has allegedly caused a sort of conflict between the duo, and it has been speculated that there had been a rift between the families as well.

Amid it all, one of Pawan Kalyan’s opinions on how heroes in South cinema have not been portrayed ideally also caught attention, as many believed it was a dig at Allu Arjun.

However, the schism that has been repeatedly talked about has never been directly addressed by either of the two actors, making some speculate if it was just something blown out of proportion by the respective fan clubs of the actors.

On the work front, Allu Arjun is now focusing on the release of his next film, Pushpa 2: The Rule. The film is a part of his iconic Pushpa universe, directed by Sukumar. The actor will be reprising the same role in the film, that of a laborer turned smuggler of red sandalwood.

The project has been incredibly hyped by the massive fan following of the actor, adding to the fact that the makers have allegedly planned a grand release and reception of Pushpa 2 once it releases on December 6, 2024.