Mahesh Babu as Rishi!

Mahesh Babu will be seen as Rishi in his 25th movie that is being directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The film's daily posters as part of 'countdown for firstlook' suggest that he is playing the role named Rishi. The film is yet to be titled but the team has decided to reveal the name of his character on the eve of his birthday.

The 25th movie is progressing in Hyderabad and the team will be heading to New York shortly. It is produced by Dil Raju, PVP and Ashwini Dutt. Pooja Hegde is the heroine. Mahesh Babu is said to be playing a rich businessman.