After focusing on Hollywood projects for several years, global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas is making a heartfelt return to Indian cinema with none other than SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu in the highly anticipated action-adventure film SSMB29. The actress describes this comeback not as a simple return, but a “true homecoming” — and here’s why it matters.
From Hollywood Success to Indian Roots
Touted as a global project, SSMB29 is being directed by Rajamouli (famed for Baahubali & RRR) with an estimated budget of over ₹1,000 crore. Priyanka, fresh from her Hollywood hit Heads of State, shared in a recent interview, “I miss Hindi movies, and I miss India so much. I’m working in India this year, and I’m really excited about that.”
A Director’s Dream Cast
The film stars Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, marks the Indian debut of Prithviraj Sukumaran, and possibly includes R. Madhavan. Described as an “Indian Indiana Jones,” the story mixes globetrotting action with strong cultural roots—filmed across Hyderabad, Odisha, and even Kenya.
Why It Feels Like Home
- It’s Priyanka’s first Indian theatrical film since The Sky Is Pink (2020).
- She calls working with Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu “thrilling,” saying it’s deeply personal and spiritual.
- Choreographer Vicky Bhartiya praised her presence on set as “truly inspiring”.
- Her schedule involves frequent travel from New York to India, highlighting her deep emotional investment.
What’s Next on Set
Shoot locations have included Odisha, Hyderabad, and on-field shoots in Kenya. Reports also confirm a new schedule starting soon in Hyderabad following the Odisha schedule.
Why It Matters
Priyanka’s return marks a significant moment in Indian cinema—an international superstar redefining her roots with pan-India projects. With a mega cast, global scale, and Rajamouli at the helm, SSMB29 promises to be a landmark event, not just a film.
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