Beginning 2025 with a bang, many exciting developments have transpired across the South Indian cinema industry, paving the way for several noteworthy moments. As we step into the new year with numerous updates yet to unfold, let’s take a look at some of the most buzzing highlights from the South industry this week! South Newsmakers of the week: 1. Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29 begins with formal launch Superstar Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli are notably collaborating for the first time on the movie tentatively titled SSMB29 or SSRMB. With the visionary director and superstar joining hands for the very first time, the makers have officially marked the beginning of the film with a formal launch. The launch of the film was conducted on January 2, 2025, with a pooja ceremony exclusively for the film’s cast and crew. As the movie is expected to begin shooting in April 2025, it will likely continue until the end of 2026. Moreover, Pinkvilla had exclusively reported that the makers have roped in actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas to …