By Our Respondent Reporter
Celebrated Indian filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli is set to begin a new filming schedule for his highly anticipated film SSMB 29, a cinematic epic starring Indian superstars Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra.
According to multiple international reports, the crew is expected to begin filming in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park in the third week of July, with a jaw-dropping production budget estimated at TZS 306 billion.
The film, which also features prominent Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, is being described as an action-adventure inspired by classic African exploration tales, layered with mythology and elements of mystery.
Indian entertainment publication Eastern Eye recently reported that buzz around SSMB 29 has reached new heights, particularly after Tanzania’s own The Citizen confirmed the impending Serengeti shoot and reportedly revealed key elements of the film’s plot.
Sources suggest that the storyline follows a courageous explorer embarking on a perilous mission through uncharted African landscapes.
The film, influenced by the iconic adventures of Indiana Jones, presents a protagonist who must contend with wild terrain, ancient legends, and a formidable enemy, all in the pursuit of a lost secret powerful enough to change the fate of the world.
Mahesh Babu is slated to play a physically demanding character that will see the actor in one of his most globally ambitious performances to date.
Priyanka Chopra, returning to Indian cinema after a significant stint in Hollywood, joins the cast as a key figure in the unfolding mystery.
While the Serengeti serves as the primary filming location for the current schedule, the crew is expected to move to South Africa for additional scenes later in the production.
Earlier speculation also hinted at a mythological arc within the film, tied to Indian history, indicating a narrative that bridges continents and cultures.
The filming of SSMB 29 is not only a major cinematic event but also a potential boon for Tanzania’s growing reputation as a premier international filming destination.