‘SSMB29’ wraps up Odisha schedule, Rajamouli shares trek expertise in Koraput

SS Rajamouli poses with the ‘SSMB29’ Odisha workforce and followers
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Director SS Rajamouli has accomplished the Odisha schedule of his upcoming movie, SSMB29, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The schedule was filmed within the scenic Koraput district, with key motion sequences shot at Talamali Hilltop in Semiliguda.
Following the wrap-up, Rajamouli shared a video of his solo trek to Deomali, Odisha’s highest peak. He described the view as “breathtaking” but additionally voiced disappointment over the litter left behind by trekkers. “Such pristine wonders deserve higher. Somewhat civic sense could make an enormous distinction… Each customer ought to carry again their waste to assist shield these locations,” he wrote.
On Tuesday, Rajamouli was greeted by lots of of followers as he concluded the schedule. Native self-help teams offered him with handmade items, and Pottangi MLA Ramachandra Kadam gifted a millet-based product. A handwritten word attributed to Rajamouli thanking the individuals of Koraput has been extensively shared on social media. The word reads, “Pricey Koraput, Thanks for the nice and cozy hospitality. Trying ahead to many such adventures. With love from the units of SSMB29.”
The Odisha authorities has expressed appreciation for the movie being shot within the state, noting that it’s going to assist promote Koraput as a possible movie tourism vacation spot. Safety across the set was tightened after early leaks, and the district administration offered in depth assist for the manufacturing.

SSMB29 is described as a globe-trotting jungle journey and marks Rajamouli’s first collaboration with Mahesh Babu. The movie’s launch date is but to be introduced.
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