Priyanka Chopra visits Chilkur Balaji Temple in Hyderabad, fans say 'waiting for SSMB29 with SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu'

Priyanka Chopra is in India for a couple of days. During her visit, the diva took blessings at the famous Chilkur Balaji temple in Hyderabad. The pictures shared by the Fashion actress feature her in a simple green salwar kameez, sans makeup. Dropping sneak peeks of her religious visit on Insta, Priyanka wrote, "With the blessings of Shri Balaji a new chapter begins. May we all find peace in our hearts and prosperity and abundance all around us. Gods grace is infinite."

If the reports are to be believed, Priyanka Chopra has been roped in as the leading lady in South superstar Mahesh Babu's next, tentatively titled SSMB29. The project is being directed by SS Rajamouli. When Priyanka landed at the Hyderabad airport a few days ago, reports were rift that she has come to India to shoot for SSMB29. However, nothing has been made official till now.

Reacting to Priyanka's latest post, Ram Charan's wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela wrote, "Wishing you immense success on your new film. May Lord Venkateshwar bless you abundantly." Fans also shared that they are "waiting to see her in SSMB29 with SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu."

 

 

 

 

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Touted to be a global adventure set across exotic locations, Mahesh Babu's role in the film is reported to be inspired by Lord Hanuman. Going by the reports, the ambitious project will be made on a massive budget of Rs 900 to Rs 1000 crore. The film is expected to be made in two parts.

If reports turn out to be true, SSMB29 will mark Priyanka Chopra's return to Telugu cinema after a long gap of 23 years. Her last Telugu film was P Ravi Shankar's 2002 romantic entertainer Apuroopam. Meanwhile, her last Bollywood release was Shonali Bose's 2016 drama The Sky Is Pink.

In the meantime, Priyanka has joined forces with hubby Nick Jonas and the Jonas brothers for a holiday film. Likely to premiere on Disney, this yet-to-be titled movie went on floors on January 13 in Toronto. Furthermore, the actress is also working on the second season of her spy thriller series Citadel. (With inputs from IANS)