'SSMB29' buzz: Did R Madhavan step in to play Mahesh Babu's father after Chiyaan Vikram refused?
's father in this high-budget action-adventure epic.
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From Chiyaan Vikram to Madhavan?
According to the Filmyscoops Twitter page the role of Mahesh Babu's father was initially offered to Chiyaan Vikram. However Vikram is said to have declined the offer. That's when, as speculation goes, the makers approached R Madhavan, who is now believed to be on board.
As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the filmmakers, but the rumour has already sparked interest, especially given that this would mark Madhavan's first-ever collaboration with director SS Rajamouli.
Big budget, big adventure
SSMB29, written by Vijayendra Prasad (Rajamouli's father), is shaping up to be a globe-trotting action-adventure film in the spirit of Indiana Jones. SSMB29 is being hailed as one of Indian cinema's most ambitious projects yet with a reported budget of Rs 1000 crore.
The film is currently in production, with parts of the shoot reportedly taking place in Kenya. Reportedly an elaborate introductory sequence featuring both Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas is being filmed there.
Priyanka Chopra's grand return
Mahesh Babu plays the lead in what's expected to be his most action-packed role yet. Priyanka Chopra Jonas is reportedly cast opposite him, also this marks her big return to Indian cinema after a long gap. The film's storyline is said to blend action, mythology, and adventure.
When Sriimurali met Mahesh Babu
On the other hand, SS Rajamouli's previous outing was the actioner 'RRR' which turned out to be a blockbuster. The movie featured Jr NTR and Ram Charan in the lead, and is surely one of the best epic action tales ever told in Indian cinema.
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