Mahesh Babu ‘s recent film, “Guntur Kaaram,” directed by Trivikram, faced criticism despite its success at the box office. Many complained about Trivikram’s direction, citing a lack of storyline and excessive focus on elevating the hero.
Now, Mahesh Babu ‘s fans are eagerly awaiting his next film, SSMB29, directed by the renowned Rajamouli. This upcoming movie is expected to be a Pan-world film, and Rajamouli has ambitious plans to promote it, aiming for blockbuster success worldwide. Given Rajamouli’s track record, there’s immense trust that SSMB29 will be a super hit, but the credit might predominantly go to the director rather than Mahesh Babu.
However, there’s a catch. Rajamouli’s films often take three to four years to complete shooting, and as per the agreement, Mahesh cannot sign any other film during this period. After completion, if Mahesh Babu decides to start another project with a different director, it might take an additional one or two years for shooting. Considering this timeline, it could be at least six years before Mahesh’s film hits the screens.
Adding to the concern is a strong sentiment in the industry that heroes who do films with Rajamouli might face a slump in their subsequent projects. If Mahesh’s film after SSMB29 encounters a setback, the shooting for his next film could take an additional two years. This situation has left Mahesh’s fans worried as the Tollywood industry is currently witnessing a competition for the top spot, with Mahesh aiming to claim the throne after Chiranjeevi.
However, with the potential delays and uncertainties surrounding his future projects, it appears that Mahesh Babu might have to wait for at least a decade before securing the coveted top position in the Tollywood chair game, raising concerns among his dedicated fan base.
The prospect of a six to seven-year hiatus from independent projects could provide an opportunity for other leading actors like Prabhas, Allu Arjun, or NTR to secure consecutive hits, potentially challenging Mahesh’s top spot. The uncertainty surrounding this timeframe raises concerns among fans and adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing competition for the pinnacle in Tollywood
