Thursday Feb 05 2009, Hyderabad

Mahesh Babu returns with 'Varudu'

Mahesh Babu, who did not have a release in 2008, will start shooting for a Trivikram Srinivas film on February 18, it is reported.

The film, tentatively titled 'Varudu', will be extensively shot in Rajasthan and South Africa. The film will have Mahesh Babu in the role of a taxi driver. Though originally meant to be a romantic flick, the story has been changed into that of an action oriented entertainer.

Comedian Sunil and Prakashraj have important roles as well. Ace Bollywood cameraman Sunil Patel will handle the camera.