Mahesh Babu Accidentally Confirms Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29 During Playful Twitter Banter
In what started as a light-hearted online exchange, actor Mahesh Babu may have just spoiled one of the best-kept secrets about SS Rajamouli’s upcoming epic,...
In what started as a light-hearted online exchange, actor Mahesh Babu may have just spoiled one of the best-kept secrets about SS Rajamouli’s upcoming epic, SSMB29. The Telugu superstar, during a playful Twitter (X) conversation with Rajamouli on Saturday night, appeared to confirm Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s casting in the much-anticipated film.
A Twitter Chat Turns into a Casting Reveal
The conversation began when Mahesh Babu tagged Rajamouli, writing,
“It’s November already, @ssrajamouli.”
Rajamouli replied in Telugu, teasing,
“Yess… ye cinemaalaki review iddaam anukuntunnaavu ee month?”
(So, you’re planning to review this film this month?)
Mahesh fired back,
“Your ‘forever in making’ Mahabharata, Sir... First things first, you promised us something in November. Please keep up your word.”
Rajamouli responded cryptically, saying the team would “reveal one by one.” That’s when Mahesh decided to take matters into his own hands — and inadvertently let the cat out of the bag.
“How slow sir…? Shall we start in 2030? FYI, our Desi girl has been posting every street of Hyderabad on her Insta stories since January @priyankachopra.”
Within minutes, social media went into overdrive.
Priyanka and Prithviraj Join the Fun
Priyanka Chopra playfully jumped into the conversation, warning the actor:
“Helloooo!! hero!!! You want me to leak all the stories you share with me on set? Mind lo fix aithe blind ga esestha…”
Rajamouli, mock-furious, tweeted:
“Why did you reveal PC @urstrulyMahesh … You ruined the surprise!”
But Mahesh wasn’t done. With a mischievous grin in text form, he added:
“Surprise aaa? You mean to say, @PrithviOfficial is also a surprise?”
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, clearly in on the joke, replied:
“Sir @ssrajamouli, I’m running out of alibis for these Hyderabad ‘vacations’. If I keep this up any longer, my family will start doubting me.”
Rajamouli Teases “A Special Surprise”
Amid the viral frenzy, Rajamouli finally gave in, tweeting,
“@urstrulyMahesh … now you ruined everything.”
Mahesh teased back, suggesting Rajamouli release “something tomorrow” that fans “already know.” The director agreed, jokingly adding that Mahesh’s “penalty for sarcasm” would be a delay in the release of his first look.
Prithviraj wrapped up the exchange with a cheeky note:
“I know, sir! You love your villains the most!”
First Poster and Official Tease
Moments later, the official handle of Mahesh Babu’s production group unveiled the first teaser poster — a lone man facing a trishul with the tagline:
“It’s officially the era of #noveMBerwillbehiSStoRic.”
The post also featured the cryptic initials “MBSSR,” sending fans into a decoding frenzy.
What We Know About SSMB29
The film, which marks Mahesh Babu’s first collaboration with SS Rajamouli, is being described as a globe-trotting jungle adventure — part Indiana Jones, part Indian mythology. Mahesh reportedly plays a rugged explorer who navigates ancient mysteries across continents.
Shooting has taken place in India, Kenya’s dense forests, and undisclosed international locations.
While the official announcement is expected on Sunday, fans are already calling it “the most awaited reveal of 2025.”