Superstar Mahesh Babu's character, Rishi which is winning hearts across quarters for his simplicity and an outspoken college boy role, a go-getter who wants to make it big in life receives best wishes from none other than Karan Johar.

The actor who is known for his brave choice of films is creating headlines ever since the much-awaited trailer has released. His inimitable punch on dialogues standing in the custody has not only garnered recognition from his fans but has won Karan Johar's appreciation too.

Marking the 25th film of his career, Maharshi is very special to Superstar Mahesh Babu. To ace his roles and make it look perfect, the superstar has dedicated a lot of time for the film and also took retakes to make the scenes better.

Talking about the film Karan Johar said, "Hi Guys as we all know that Mahesh Babu is a celebrated Superstar. he's absolutely amazing his screen presence, the way he moves just everything about Mahesh and I am very excited to celebrate with him his 25th Film. His 25th film Maharshi releases on 9th of May and I am so excited to watch it and I am sure you guys too. he is beyond amazing a superstar and here's too many many blockbusters ahead for you Mahesh. May the force of box office and audience love always be with you. here's wishing you all the best on your 25th release from me and all of us at Dharma productions"

The glimpses of the trailer which showcases Mahesh Babu stepping out of the helicopter in an exquisite location decked up in a black-suit witness that the actor will be playing a dual role.

Mahesh Babu's Bharat Ane Nenu witnessed a marvelous response as the fans reckoned him as the Prime Minister, owing to his performance. In Maharshi, the actor will be portraying the role of a high profile successful entrepreneur, a man who never loses.

Maharshi marks the 25th film of the Superstar and is a very close and special project for him. The film is all set to hit the theatres today.