Alia Bhatt to star alongside Mahesh Babu in SS Rajamouli’s next? Deets inside

Alia Bhatt is currently on cloud nine as she is basking in the success of her recently released film Gangubai Kathiawadi. The movie has recieved positive response from critics and audiences alike. Also, it is doing wonders at the box-office. The film is nearing to enter the coveted Rs. 100 crore club. Alia has several movies in her kitty, one among them is SS Rajamouli’s RRR. The latest report suggests that she is in talks with the Baahubali director again for another film. It is said to be a big-budget pan India film, which will also star Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu.

Pinkvilla quoted a source saying, “Over the last few months, SS Rajamouli and his father, KV Vijayendra Prasad, have been working on the screenplay of their next collaboration with Mahesh in the lead. They have developed several characters through this period, feel that Alia fits the bill to play the female lead.” The father-son believes that Alia will make a solid pairing with Mahesh. Reportedly, it will be a jungle adventure.

The source further revealed that the “dates, monetary scheme of things and the character traits are being discussed at the moment”. As per the source, Alia will have a bigger role in this African jungle adventure. The report also states that the film is expected to be shot in real jungles and there will be a lot of VFX. If things go as per plan, Alia and Mahesh will be sharing the same screen space for the first time.

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On the work front, Alia will be seen opposite Ranveer Singh in Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Also, she has Jee Le Zaraa with Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif.

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