SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, SSMB29, has been planned as a single-part film, according to a new report. The film, which is set to release in 2027, will feature Mahesh Babu in the lead role and is expected to be a worldwide adventure. The report suggests that Rajamouli is reshuffling the screenplay to accommodate single-part storytelling, as he is not fond of how two-parters have become more of a financial exercise than a storytelling device.
The film is expected to be close to 200 minutes long, which would comfortably topple the runtime of Rajamouli's previous film, RRR. The report quotes an industry source as saying that the film will likely be one of the longest films in Indian cinema. Given the success of films with similar runtimes such as Animal and Pushpa 2: The Rule SSMB29 is expected to do well at the box office.
The film features an impressive cast, including Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Despite the makers' efforts to maintain secrecy around the film, leaked shooting spot stills had already confirmed the presence of Prithviraj and Priyanka in the project. The film is expected to be a grand affair, with Rajamouli's signature style and storytelling.
Rajamouli is known for his epic storytelling style, and SSMB29 is expected to be no different. With a single-part film, the director will have the opportunity to tell a self-contained story without the need for sequels or prequels. There is no doubt about Rajamouli's ability to craft a compelling narrative that keeps audiences engaged for over three hours. With his track record, entire Indian cinema is eagerly awaiting the film's release.