SS Rajamouli’s much-anticipated film, SSMB 29, starring Mahesh Babu, has been making waves in the Indian film industry. However, the production team recently faced a series of leaks when they took the film’s shoot to Koraput, Odisha, and have reportedly increased security measures following the incidents.
The first leak emerged with photos of Mahesh Babu and actor Prithviraj Sukumaran together at the Hyderabad airport, sparking speculation about Prithviraj’s involvement in the film. Though the film’s official cast hasn’t confirmed this, it was later verified that Prithviraj is indeed part of the project, following some unintentional revelations from his mother and a PRO.
The situation escalated with the leak of several videos from the set in Koraput. One video showing the construction of a massive set on Talamali Hilltop in Semiliguda generated much excitement among fans, while a subsequent video featuring Mahesh Babu shooting a scene has raised significant concerns. Sources say that this particular leak revealed crucial details about the film’s plot, prompting the team to take immediate action.
In response to the leaks, the film’s producers are reportedly considering legal steps to prevent further footage from surfacing. As a precaution, they have implemented a “three-layer security arrangement” at the shooting location to ensure no further leaks disrupt the production process.
As for SSMB 29, the film’s script has been penned by Rajamouli’s father, Vijayendra Prasad. There are rumors that Priyanka Chopra is set to star alongside Mahesh Babu, though this has yet to be confirmed. Filming began in January, following a private pooja ceremony earlier in the month. A portion of the shoot was already completed in Hyderabad before the team moved to Odisha for the next schedule. Despite the leaks, Rajamouli and his team have kept details of the film tightly under wraps, leaving fans eagerly awaiting an official announcement about the project.