Superstar Mahesh Babu, known for his signature short hair, has surprised fans by debuting a new long-hair look ahead of his upcoming film with director S.S. Rajamouli, tentatively titled "SSMB 29."

The actor, along with his wife, Namrata Shirodkar, recently met with Telangana Chief Minister K.T. Rama Rao to donate a sum of Rs. 60 lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund, providing aid to those affected by recent floods in the state.

Mahesh Babu, known for his commitment to philanthropy, contributed Rs. 50 lakh personally, while AMB Cinemas, his production house, added another Rs. 10 lakh to the donation. The actor's long hair caught everyone's attention, hinting at the transformative role he is set to play in Rajamouli's upcoming film.

SSMB 29, rumored to be a globetrotting adventure film in the vein of "Indiana Jones," is anticipated to be a visually spectacular and high-budget project. Producer KL Narayanan revealed details of the film's ambitious scale, highlighting episodes set in Africa and the inclusion of fighters from Vietnam.

The film was initially expected to begin shooting in August, but it seems the pre-production phase continues. An official announcement regarding the cast and shooting schedule is expected in the coming months. Expectations are high on the project as Mahesh Babu is teaming with Rajamouli for the first time and this happens to be Rajamouli's first project after the sensation he created with his magnum opus RRR at international level.

Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu has been dedicating his time to getting in shape and enjoying quality time with his family. He has recently been spotted on vacations, signaling a break from his usual busy schedule in preparation for the demanding role in SSMB 29.

The excitement surrounding SSMB 29 is building, fueled by the combination of Mahesh Babu's charisma and S.S. Rajamouli's visionary direction. Fans are eagerly anticipating news of the film's progress and the release of official updates, including a glimpse of Mahesh Babu's character in the film.