Mahesh Babu & Pawan Kalyan Head Overseas for Big-Budget Shoots!
Two of Telugu cinema’s biggest superstars—Mahesh Babu and Pawan Kalyan—are now set to take their much-anticipated films international. As both actors gear up for prestigious projects in their careers, the next leg of their shooting schedules is happening abroad, adding a fresh scale and grandeur to their respective films.
Mahesh Babu’s SSMB29 Goes Global with Rajamouli
Mahesh Babu has been busy filming SSMB29, a globe-trotting action adventure directed by SS Rajamouli. After wrapping crucial schedules in Hyderabad and Orissa, the team is now preparing for a high-stakes schedule in Kenya. Though originally planned to happen earlier, the Kenya leg was delayed due to logistical reasons. However, sources now confirm that the team is finally set to take off soon.
Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh Shifts Abroad Too
In a surprising development, Pawan Kalyan has also decided to head abroad for his film Ustaad Bhagat Singh, directed by Harish Shankar. This decision appears to have been made recently and has already affected industry scheduling. Pawan’s overseas plans have led to the advancement of a key meeting between Telugu film industry representatives and Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, which he was expected to attend.
Big Films, Bigger Canvas
Both SSMB29 and Ustaad Bhagat Singh are expected to hit theaters in 2026 with grand releases. With portions now being shot internationally, the scale, ambition, and visual appeal of both movies are expected to elevate significantly. Fans can expect world-class production values, stunning visuals, and unforgettable cinematic experiences from both films.

