Indian film industry is buzzing with excitement as Priyanka Chopra Jonas is ready to return to her home country for a movie with SS Rajamouli. The international icon will team up with superstar Mahesh Babu for the highly anticipated next project, reported Pinkvilla. The film, an epic African jungle adventure drawing inspiration from the legendary tale of Lord Hanuman, is poised to revolutionize Indian cinema.
Known for giving hits such as Baahubali and RRR, Rajamouli will begin shooting for the epic tale in April 2025, states the report. According to sources close to the project, Priyanka was Rajamouli’s top choice for the female lead, thanks to her global appeal and versatility as an actor.
“The script is in its final stages, and the film is scheduled to go on floors in April 2025. Rajamouli was seeking a female lead with global appeal, and Priyanka was the perfect choice. Over the past six months, the filmmaker had multiple meetings with her, and everything has aligned perfectly for this collaboration,” revealed a source.
Priyanka Chopra Excited!
For Priyanka, this project marks a triumphant return to Indian cinema after a six-year hiatus. Her last Bollywood outing was in 2019’s ‘The Sky Is Pink.’ The actor is said to be thrilled about working with Rajamouli on this project.
“Priyanka Chopra is thrilled to collaborate with a visionary like SS Rajamouli and team up with Mahesh Babu for an adventure like never before. This project is a new challenge for her, with a character that offers plenty of action alongside Mahesh Babu. It’s a well-crafted role, and Priyanka has already begun preparing for the film,” the source shared.
With pre-production in full swing, Rajamouli’s next magnum opus is shaping up to be an epic, larger-than-life experience for audiences. As fans eagerly await Priyanka’s return to the big screen, one thing is certain – this film is going to be a wild ride.
