The official trailer for SSMB29 (2024), starring the iconic Mahesh Babu, is an adrenaline-fueled spectacle that promises high-octane action, intense drama, and a gripping storyline. Directed by one of India’s finest filmmakers, this movie looks poised to set a new benchmark for Telugu cinema.
The trailer opens with a sweeping shot of a dense, mist-covered jungle, as the sound of distant gunfire and explosions echo in the background. Mahesh Babu, in a rugged new avatar, is seen emerging from the foliage, dressed in tactical gear and armed to the teeth. His intense gaze speaks volumes, and it’s clear from the start that this is a mission unlike any other.
A voiceover introduces his character, Aryan, a highly skilled ex-military officer who has been living in isolation after a tragic event in his past. The voice, possibly that of a government official, speaks of the world facing a new kind of threat—one that requires someone with Aryan’s unique skills. As Aryan prepares for what seems like an impossible mission, a quick montage of flashbacks reveals fragments of his past, including a glimpse of his lost love (played by Pooja Hegde) and the events that drove him away from his former life.
The trailer then cuts to the villain, portrayed by Vijay Sethupathi, a ruthless mastermind operating from the shadows. He’s a tech-savvy terrorist with a grand plan to destabilize the world’s financial systems through a series of cyberattacks and orchestrated chaos. We see him delivering a chilling monologue: “In a world of war, the one who controls information controls power.”
As Aryan is brought back into action, the trailer shifts into high gear, showcasing breathtaking action sequences that span across various locations—chases through bustling cities, helicopter fights over snow-covered mountains, and explosive combat in hidden underground bunkers. There’s a scene of Mahesh Babu leaping from a moving train onto a helicopter, highlighting the movie’s grand scale and Mahesh’s daredevil persona.
The emotional core of the film becomes apparent when Aryan faces off against Vijay Sethupathi’s character, with deep personal stakes at play. There’s a haunting confrontation where Aryan says, “You took everything from me. Now, it’s my turn.”
As the trailer builds to its climax, we’re treated to rapid cuts of jaw-dropping stunts, intense hand-to-hand combat, and Aryan navigating treacherous alliances with both government agents and rogue operatives. The trailer ends with Mahesh Babu delivering a powerful line: “This is more than a mission. This is war.”
The title SSMB29 flashes across the screen, followed by the tagline: “The war begins within.”
With its blend of action, suspense, and emotional depth, SSMB29 promises to be a blockbuster with Mahesh Babu at his finest, tackling an enemy that threatens not just his world, but the entire globe.
