Mahesh Babu Takes a Blissful Maldives Break Amid SSMB 29 Shoot with SS Rajamouli
Hyderabad, Oct 30 (TheTrendingPeople.com): Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, currently occupied with the shooting of SS Rajamouli’s mega project SSMB 29, seems to have taken a short and much-needed break to unwind in the Maldives. The actor gave fans a serene glimpse into his getaway through social media, setting the internet abuzz with admiration.
A Calm Pause in Paradise
On Thursday, Mahesh Babu took to Instagram to share a picture from his Maldives vacation. In the image, the actor is seen standing in the clear turquoise sea, facing away from the camera while climbing a deck ladder. Dressed in a casual white T-shirt and shorts, he appeared relaxed and at peace as the ocean breeze played with his long hair.
Captioning the post, Mahesh wrote, “Absolute bliss! Thank you Joali for a wonderful stay.”
The post instantly caught the attention of fans, who flooded the comment section with love, laughter, and poetic admiration. One fan playfully wrote, “I see that LION can swim,” while another commented, “Real toofan.” A few even dropped cryptic hints about his upcoming project, with one user saying, “The storm is coming in November.”
Background: SSMB 29 – A Rajamouli Spectacle in the Making
The Maldives vacation comes amid the high-intensity shoot of SSMB 29, the much-anticipated collaboration between Mahesh Babu and Oscar-winning filmmaker SS Rajamouli.
The film’s mahurat pooja was held in January this year, but details have been kept tightly under wraps. Principal photography began in April, with large-scale schedules reportedly filmed in Odisha and Hyderabad. Despite the secrecy, leaked set pictures have hinted at grand visuals and an adventurous theme.
According to reports, SSMB 29 is an action-adventure film inspired by the spirit of “Indiana Jones.” The movie stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in pivotal roles alongside Mahesh.
Industry Buzz: One of Asia’s Biggest Productions
On Mahesh Babu’s birthday, SS Rajamouli dropped a stunning poster calling the film a “globetrotter,” sparking speculation that it might be the movie’s official title. He also confirmed that more details about the film would be unveiled in November 2025, fueling fan excitement.
According to a report by The Star (Kenya), the project carries a jaw-dropping budget of $135 million (₹1,188 crore), positioning it as one of the largest film productions in Asian cinema history.
Fans and trade analysts have dubbed SSMB 29 as India’s next “pan-global blockbuster,” given Rajamouli’s track record with Baahubali and RRR, both of which redefined Indian cinema’s international reach.
What’s Next for Mahesh Babu
Following his Maldives retreat, Mahesh is expected to resume shooting for SSMB 29’s climax schedule, which will reportedly feature extensive action choreography and international locations.
Meanwhile, fans eagerly await the film’s official teaser, which is rumored to drop later this year. The project also marks Mahesh’s first collaboration with Rajamouli — a pairing touted as one of the most powerful combinations in Indian cinema today.
As Mahesh Babu takes a breather in the Maldives before diving back into the high-octane world of SSMB 29, fans are reminded that even superstars need a moment of calm before the cinematic storm.
With SS Rajamouli at the helm and an international cast in play, SSMB 29 promises to be a global spectacle that could redefine the scale and storytelling of Indian cinema.
Until then, Mahesh’s tranquil Maldives moment offers the perfect pause before what could be his most monumental performance yet.