Deepika Padukone to play the female lead opposite Mahesh Babu in SS Rajamouli’s next SSMB29?

Deepika Padukone is one of the most prominent actresses in India with a distinguished career spanning more than 15 years. Her professional history serves as the best case study for an actress who has been successful in the film industry. Before obtaining a role in a Kannada film and going on to co-star with Shah Rukh Khan in the hugely successful Diwali blockbuster, she first made her name by appearing in television advertisements, modeling, and background dancing. Now, the actress is reportedly in talks to star in SS Rajamouli's upcoming movie.

Deepika to play the female lead opposite Mahesh Babu

SS Rajamouli's next project is keenly anticipated by cinema fans following the success of RRR. The project, provisionally titled SSMB29, will have the lead played by Mahesh Babu, the Telugu superstar. Deepika Padukone, our Bollywood beauty, is reportedly being considered by the filmmakers to play the lead role in this untitled drama, which will further heighten the anticipation for the film. The company hasn't spoken with the actress yet, though. If the speculations are accurate, this will be the first time Mahesh Babu and Deepika Padukone will appear together on film.

About SSMB29

SSMB29, a jungle-based adventurous drama, will begin production within the first part of next year, as was previously announced. Additionally, in an interview, renowned writer KV Vijayendra Prasad disclosed that the project will be based on a true story. When asked more about it, he said, "Yes, you may write it. It is an adventure story that will start next year.”

Deepika’s upcoming projects

Deepika is gearing up for the release of her action thriller Pathaan which will be released on the silver screens on January 25, 2023. The flick will see Shah Rukh Khan as the protagonist and John Abraham as the antagonist. She will also start opposite Hrithik Roshan for the first time in Siddharth Anand’s Fighter. The actress also has Project K starring Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan.