- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:12 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
SS Rajamouli's next film is a Pan-World African Jungle Adventure starring Mahesh Babu as an explorer inspired by Lord Hanuman. Priyanka Chopra has reportedly been confirmed as the female lead, marking her return to Indian cinema after six years. The project is set to begin production in April 2025.
Priyanka Chopra to star in SS Rajamouli's next
According to Pinkvilla, the insider revealed, “The film is in the final stages of writing and is all set to go on floors in April 2025. SS Rajamouli was looking for a female lead with global presence, and who better than Priyanka to play the lead role. The filmmaker had multiple meetings with PC over the last 6 months, and the energies have aligned for both the stakeholders.”
The source further added, “Priyanka Chopra is excited to collaborate with a maverick like SS Rajamouli and partner with Mahesh Babu to create an adventure like never before. It’s an uncharted territory for her as well, and the character has scope for a lot of action along with the leading man – Mahesh Babu. It’s a well-crafted role and Priyanka has already started her prep for the film.”
The highly anticipated film, directed by SS Rajamouli, is poised to be a game-changer in the world of cinema. With a planned release in 2027, the production will involve extensive shooting until the end of 2026, ensuring that every detail is meticulously crafted. To guarantee a global reach, Rajamouli is presently in negotiations with prominent international studios, including Disney and Sony, to form strategic partnerships.
The film's shooting locations will span across state-of-the-art studios in India and the US, as well as on-location shoots in the breathtaking African forests, promising a visually stunning cinematic experience.
Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra is busy fulfilling her international commitments, with upcoming projects including the American action-drama Heads of State, alongside Idris Elba and John Cena and the action-thriller The Bluff.
