SSMB29: Mahesh Babu reveals Rajamouli’s surprise, Priyanka Chopra joins the fun banter

SSMB29 update

Superstar Mahesh Babu and filmmaker SS Rajamouli have once again set social media on fire with their funny back-and-forth teasing new information about their long-awaited collaboration, SSMB29.

The project is slowly revealing its star-studded cast, and it has already become one of the most anticipated Indian films in recent memory. Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran are now officially confirmed as part of the cast.

How it all started

Mahesh Babu started the excitement by posting on social media and playfully reminding Rajamouli of his promise from before, saying, "It's already November." Fans quickly noticed the comment, which led to rumors that the long-awaited title announcement for SSMB29 might finally be coming soon.

Rajamouli, who is known for being funny and calm, replied in his usual witty way: "Yess... ye cinemaalaki review iddaam anukuntunnaavu ee month?" (Yes, what movie do you plan to review this month?)

It’s November already @ssrajamouli 👀

— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) November 1, 2025

The teasing didn't end there. Mahesh replied with a clever jab, bringing up Rajamouli's long-gestating dream project: "Your 'forever in making' Mahabharatha, Sir..." First of all, you promised us something in November. Please keep your promise.

Your "forever in making" Mahabharatha, Sir...😂😂

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First things first, You promised us something in November. Please keep up your word.

— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) November 1, 2025

Rajamouli said that November had just started and hinted that updates would come out "one by one."

Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Telugu talk

To make things even more exciting, Mahesh then teased, "How slow, sir...?" Should we start in 2030? Just so you know, our Desi girl has been posting pictures of every street in Hyderabad on her Instagram stories since January, tagging Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

The Citadel star quickly joined the thread and replied with her usual sass: "Helloooo!! hero!!! You want me to tell everyone the stories you tell me on set? "Mind lo fix aithe blind ga esestha." (Once I decide to do something, I will do it without thinking.)

Helloooo!! hero!!! You want me to leak all the stories you share with me on set? Mind lo fix aithe blind ga esestha.. 👊🏻

— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) November 1, 2025

Fans rushed to the comments section, happy to see the stars getting along and what looked like an unofficial confirmation of Priyanka's role in SSMB29.

Prithviraj Sukumaran Also Said Yes

Mahesh didn't stop there; he kept the fun going by bringing up another surprise from the movie's cast: "Surprise aaa? You mean to say that Prithviraj is also a surprise? effectively proving that Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran is involved in the project.

Rajamouli, staying in character, jokingly told Mahesh that he was "spoiling all the surprises," which made fans even more excited for the big reveal.

Also Read: SS Rajamouli’s SSMB 29 with Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra pegged at Rs 1,188 crore budget, Kenya shoot wraps

What we know about SSMB29

SSMB29 is the working title for the movie that will be the first time Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli work together. Fans have wanted this to happen for years. The movie is about an action-adventure that takes place all over the world. Mahesh is expected to play a role that is physically demanding and emotionally complex, something he has never done before.

Wait goes on

The official title and teaser are expected to come out this month, but the latest round of fun online exchanges has already made a lot of noise.

Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran are all confirmed for SSMB29, and Rajamouli's visionary direction is steering the ship. This is shaping up to be one of the biggest Indian films ever made.