A leaked photo from the Kenya schedule of SSMB29 has set the internet buzzing, giving fans their first raw glimpse of Mahesh Babu in a rugged, action-packed look. This highly anticipated project marks his first collaboration with master storyteller SS Rajamouli, raising expectations sky-high.
The viral picture shows Mahesh in an intense avatar, seemingly in the middle of a thrilling sequence. Though unofficial, the image has been widely shared online, with fans praising the actor’s fierce transformation. Adding to the star power, the film also features Priyanka Chopra as the female lead and Prithviraj Sukumaran in a key role, making it one of the most awaited films in Indian cinema.
Currently, the cast and crew are filming in Nairobi, Kenya, under tight security. Rajamouli, known for blending breathtaking landscapes with strong storytelling, has chosen Kenya’s iconic terrains to bring his vision to life. From the sweeping Masai Mara to Amboseli’s majestic backdrop and Lake Naivasha’s scenic beauty, these locations are expected to play a major role in the film’s narrative and visual grandeur.
Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi, recently praised Rajamouli on social media, calling him a visionary storyteller. He highlighted how Kenya became the primary filming destination after the team scouted across East Africa, with nearly 95% of the African sequences being shot there. He also called the project the largest film production in Asia, expected to release in over 120 countries and reach a global audience of more than a billion viewers.
With Mahesh Babu teaming up with Rajamouli for the first time and Kenya offering a stunning canvas, SSMB29 is shaping up to be a landmark film that could redefine Indian cinema’s reach on the world stage.