Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu celebrated his 49th birthday on August 9, with heartfelt wishes from his wife Namrata Shirodkar and children Gautam and Sitara on social media. Namrata's post described their life together as a 'blockbuster,' while Gautam and Sitara praised him as the 'best father' and 'superstar.' The actor was seen leaving Hyderabad for a family trip ahead of his birthday, sporting a new look with a ponytail and beard. On the professional front, Mahesh is set to begin shooting for his next film with SS Rajamouli, tentatively titled 'SSMB29.' Known for his philanthropic efforts, he donates 30% of his income to charity and has adopted two villages to improve their education and healthcare infrastructure.