Hyderabad, April 17 -- Over the years, the Indian film industry has consistently pushed the boundaries of filmmaking, both creatively and financially. With content being the king, filmmakers are now leaving no stone unturned to deliver world-class cinema with staggering budgets.

While Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, currently holds the record for the most expensive Indian film with a whopping budget of Rs. 600 crore, the race to break this record is already heating up.

Here's a look at three upcoming Indian films that are all set to rewrite budget records and become the top 3 most expensive films ever made in the country.

Top 3 most expensive Indian films

1. SSMB 29

Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli (Instagram)

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