The fans of Mahesh Babu are eagerly waiting for his upcoming film with iconic filmmaker Rajamouli. This collaboration is expected to be a massive theatrical experience and has already become one of the most anticipated projects in Indian cinema.
However, a debate has emerged among fans on social media. The discussion is around the title of the project. While it is widely promoted as SSMB29, some argue it should be called SSRMB, as Rajamouli’s name is the biggest draw for the film.
Rajamouli is India’s leading commercial filmmaker, and any project he directs is seen as his film, regardless of the actor involved. While SSMB29 may work for domestic marketing, the global audience will be drawn mainly by Rajamouli’s brand value.
This does not reduce Mahesh Babu’s importance in the film. It only highlights the extraordinary legacy Rajamouli has built with blockbusters like Baahubali, Eega, and RRR. International viewers will primarily recognise the film as the director’s creation rather than the star’s.
