Mahesh Babu is currently shooting SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi. However, even as the prestigious film remains in production, discussions about Mahesh Babu’s next project have already begun dominating social media.
In recent weeks, rumors have been circulating that director Buchi Babu Sana narrated a story to Mahesh Babu and that the two may collaborate on a future project. The speculation quickly gained traction online, with fans debating whether the combination would eventually materialize.
However, according to reports from Film Nagar circles, the chances of the project moving forward appear to be extremely slim at this stage. Industry buzz suggests that Mahesh Babu has already given the green signal for his next film under the banner of Asian Cinemas, to be directed by a leading pan-India filmmaker.
At the same time, a section of Mahesh Babu’s fans has not shown much excitement about the rumors linking him with Buchi Babu. Many fans believe that Varanasi could elevate Mahesh Babu’s image to a truly global level following its release. As a result, they feel his next lineup should match that scale and ambition.
According to discussions on social media, some fans believe Buchi Babu’s trademark style may not perfectly align with Mahesh Babu’s image after a film as grand as Varanasi. They argue that following a large-scale visual adventure directed by Rajamouli, Mahesh should continue working with filmmakers capable of delivering equally ambitious concepts and pan-world appeal.
Another factor influencing this sentiment is the reaction to Peddi, which attracted heavy backlash and controversy after release. Certain creative decisions and the handling of some sensitive issues led to severe trolling and negative discussion, not just among Telugu but also among Hindi audiences. As a result, some fans feel that collaborating immediately with a director who recently faced such backlash may not be the ideal move. Their concern is that the negativity surrounding the director could carry forward and affect the perception of Mahesh’s next project.
For now, Mahesh Babu and his team have not officially announced his next project after Varanasi, and industry insiders believe any concrete update is likely to come only after Rajamouli’s film is released.
